Cloud Computing Platform Tutorials & Guides

What Is Object Storage? Definition & Benefits

Businesses and organizations generate huge amounts of unstructured data like images, sensor data, backups and log files. Traditional storage systems, such as file and block storage, struggle to handle the growing data demand. Object storage has emerged as a suitable alternative offering high scalability, cost efficiency and flexibility for managing large datasets in cloud computing....

By Kevin Kiruri — 03 May'25 Last Updated: 19 Jul'25
Facts checked by Igor Kurtz

What Is XaaS: Anything-as-a-Service Model Explained

The model of renting out IT solutions rather than selling them outright is called Anything as a Service, or XaaS for short. Ever since the introduction of cloud computing, trends have been pushing IT resources into a service-based model rather than delivering them outright as one-off purchases. Instead of buying IT products, you rent them...

By Adeyomola Kazeem — 26 Apr'25 Last Updated: 01 Aug'25
Facts checked by Simona Ivanovski

What Is IBM Cloud?

While it doesn’t have the same level of circulation as Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure, IBM Cloud is currently one of the top 10 cloud computing platforms in the world. Its services cover the three main cloud delivery models and deployment models — IaaS, PaaS and SaaS — making it useful for various...

By Adeyomola Kazeem — 25 Apr'25 Last Updated: 01 Aug'25
Facts checked by Simona Ivanovski

What Is Cloud ROI? Definition, Examples, Calculation, Advantages & More 

Measuring cloud ROI (return on investment) helps businesses assess the value of their cloud investments by weighing cloud costs against the benefits of cloud computing.  Measuring cloud ROI highlights the upsides — but it’s just as important to understand the friction points. Our guide on challenges of cloud computing breaks down the risks that can...

By Kevin Kiruri — 19 Apr'25 Last Updated: 20 Jul'25
Facts checked by Igor Kurtz

What Is Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)?

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is one of the top cloud computing providers in the world. It offers a vast suite of services across the Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) delivery models, with tools crafted to support businesses of different sizes. Oracle Autonomous Database, Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Oracle Human Capital Management...

By Adeyomola Kazeem — 19 Apr'25 Last Updated: 01 Aug'25
Facts checked by Goran Nikolić

What Is a Multi-Cloud Strategy? Your Guide on How to Implement It

In some environments, one cloud provider doesn’t cut it, which requires you to spread your services across multiple cloud computing platforms. The inherent advantage here is that, with a multi-cloud strategy, you won’t be putting all your eggs in one basket. This guide discusses multi-cloud deployment, focusing on how to implement the strategy, plus explaining...

By Adeyomola Kazeem — 12 Apr'25 Last Updated: 20 Jul'25
Facts checked by Simona Ivanovski

What Is Cloud TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) & How to Calculate and Reduce It?

Cloud computing has revolutionized how businesses operate, offering greater scalability, flexibility and cost-efficiency compared to traditional on-premises infrastructure. However, the dynamic nature of cloud pricing models, including direct and indirect costs, makes it difficult for organizations to fully understand their financial commitments. This is where cloud TCO — or Total Cost of Ownership — comes...

By Kevin Kiruri — 12 Apr'25 Last Updated: 15 Jul'25
Facts checked by Igor Kurtz

What to Consider When Choosing a Cloud Provider in 2025

When choosing a cloud service provider, there are often many options available. That aside, each cloud service provider offers a diverse combination of services and features, so it’s not always a straightforward decision. This guide walks you through what to consider when choosing a cloud provider. It covers several key aspects, such as compliance and...

By Adeyomola Kazeem — 26 Mar'25 Last Updated: 19 Jul'25
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What Is FaaS in Cloud Computing?

If you’ve come across the cloud computing term “FaaS,” you might be confused about its meaning. Function as a Service (FaaS) is a cloud computing service model designed for light, short-running workloads — usually smaller code units. It is typically used in microservices architecture, and its processes are often event-driven. While FaaS shares some similarity...

By Adeyomola Kazeem — 13 Mar'25 Last Updated: 11 Jun'25
Facts checked by Simona Ivanovski

What Is SaaS (Software as a Service) in Cloud Computing? Meaning, Examples, Pros & Cons Explained for 2025

Cloud computing solutions delivered through the Software as a Service (SaaS) model are everywhere these days. From streaming services like Netflix and Hulu to productivity services like Slack and Microsoft 365, SaaS has become part of our daily lives, both professionally and personally — here’s a full breakdown of SaaS statistics. SaaS is one of...

By Adeyomola Kazeem — 20 Feb'25 Last Updated: 01 Aug'25
Facts checked by Simona Ivanovski