Cloud Computing: Assessing Cloud Architectures for Regional Gardens

This report evaluates cloud computing options for Regional Gardens, focusing on IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS architectures. It explores the benefits of cloud services, including accessibility, data control, security, and scalability. The report recommends PaaS for Regional Gardens, considering its cost-effectiveness and suitability for integrating with the organization's existing infrastructure. The analysis also compares integrated office automation systems using LAN with cloud-based solutions, highlighting the advantages of cloud computing for data access and management. The report further contrasts IaaS and PaaS, emphasizing the differences in infrastructure control, implementation time, and client responsibilities. Finally, it addresses the security risks associated with cloud adoption and the need to assess the current infrastructure before implementing a cloud solution.