Understand cloud computing and save your organization time and money!
Cloud computing is taking IT by storm, but what is it and what are the benefits to your organization?
Hitachi Data Systems' Cloud Storage For Dummies provides all the answers, With this book, you discover a clear explanation of cloud storage, and tips for how to choose the right type of cloud storage for your organization's needs. You also find out how cloud storage can free up valuable IT resources, saving time and money.
Cloud Storage For Dummies presents useful information on setting up a secure cloud storage environment. It also details how you can ensure a smooth transition of your IT system to cloud storage, with minimum disruption.
Discover how to:
- Select the most suitable cloud storage solution for your organization
- Assess the benefits and savings of a cloud storage model
- Plan for the implementation of cloud storage model
- Protect your cloud with a secure and compliant environment
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John Wiley & Sons Australia Ltd
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978-1-74246-862-4 (9781742468624)
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Introduction.
About This Book.
Conventions Used in This Book.
How This Book Is Organized.
Icons Used in This Book.
Chapter 1: Cloud Overview.
What Is Cloud, Really?
Another Paradigm Shift in IT?
Why Adopt Cloud?
Chapter 2: Discovering the Benefits of Cloud.
Why Use Cloud?
Win-win for subscribers and providers.
The myth surrounding 'as-a-service'.
Private, Hybrid and Public Cloud Models.
Private cloud.
Hybrid cloud.
Public cloud.
Chapter 3: Getting Started.
Ensuring an Organization Is Well Equipped to Deploy Cloud.
Spending efficiently.
Understanding SLAs.
Emerging standards.
Translating Security and Legalities to Cloud.
Addressing Changing Storage Needs.
Chapter 4: Best Practices and Use Cases.
Adopting Cloud at Your Own Pace.
Moving from Peripheral to Core Data.
Simplifying for Greater Operational Efficiencies.
Targeting Cost Centers for Adding Business Value.
Chapter 5: Ten (Okay, Seven) Ways Hitachi Can Help With Cloud.
Cloud Doesn't Have to be Disruptive!
Looking At Cloud-Enabling Platforms.
Building an Integrated Portfolio, Not Another Island.
Paving the Way to Private Cloud with Unified Compute Platform.
Hitachi Managed Services for Cloud.
Hitachi Storage-as-a-Service.
Private File Tiering.
Online Storage-as-a-Service.
Partnering with Hitachi Data Systems.
