Cloud Computing: Advantages and Risks

Cloud Computing
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Abstract
The research paper is centred on the concept of cloud computing. Cloud computing is a
popular concept in the field of information technology. It is related to the delivery of computing
which is considered to be service rather than any product. In this form of method software,
information and resources are given to devices and computers in the form of utility across a
network. This paper presents some of the arguments for and against the use of this innovative
technology.

Introduction
With the development of a computerized world in the recent past, technologists have
resorted to cloud computing as one of the most efficient methods of storing and sharing
information. Cloud computing refers to the mechanism that connects a large number of
computers through the internet, to allow clients within the network to share crucial information
and develop a common network. Although this technology has many advantages to a global
society, it has some risks that make it disadvantageous in its application. Cloud computing is
considered to be a developing field that has attracted the attention of numerous researchers over
the past decade.
Cloud Computing
Many researchers have aimed to explain the concept in the most comprehensive manner.
Stergiou, Psannis, Kim, and Gupta, stated that cloud computing is defined as an amalgamation of
utility computing and Software as a Service (SaaS) since it enables the purchase of computing
power in the same manner as other utilities of life, like water, gas among others. The authors
further add that cloud computing mainly involves two aspects. Firstly, applications and platforms
that might be offered as services via the internet by the cloud computing service providers and
secondly the hardware and software systems that might be residing in the data centres of the
service providers [1].
The private and confidential property and data must be secured by the ‘Business Cloud’
that contains trading secrets, customer’s information, and other data. It is the primary
responsibility of business cloud to ensure proper security of data. A security breach can cause
permanent damage to the business that leads towards bankruptcy and other legal complications.
Therefore, it is also necessary to analyze service models and implementation methods before