Cloud Computing: Defintion, Types, Benefits, Risks and Uses

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
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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: 11 Jun'25
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IaaS vs PaaS vs SaaS: Differences, Advantages, Disadvantages & Examples in 2025

Based on their configuration needs and complexity, cloud computing services are classified into three main delivery models: Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Software as a Service (SaaS). Of the three main delivery models, SaaS has the lowest configuration needs because the user receives it as a finished product. IaaS...

By Adeyomola Kazeem — 15 Feb'25 Last Updated: 11 Jun'25
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Microsoft Azure vs AWS: Which Is Better for Your Business or Career in 2025?

With a combined market share of over 50%, Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure are the top two cloud computing providers in the world. Their large market share is an indicator of their wide acceptance. Though both are widely accepted, comparing Azure vs AWS will help you determine which one is the right platform...

By Adeyomola Kazeem — 07 Feb'25 Last Updated: 13 Jun'25
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What Is PaaS? Definition, Use Cases & Examples Explained in 2025

Cloud computing solutions can be delivered to you as servers, networking and storage that you configure before building what you want. Some cloud providers even take it up a notch, configuring the environment for you so you can focus only on building. The model in which you configure the servers, networking and storage yourself is...

By Adeyomola Kazeem — 07 Feb'25 Last Updated: 16 Jun'25
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What Is IaaS? Meaning, Benefits and Examples Explained in 2025

Cloud computing services involve varying degrees of abstraction from the underlying infrastructure, so their delivery models differ from one another. Furthermore, the level of abstraction is often relative to control and ease of use — more abstraction often translates to greater user-friendliness and less control. There are three main delivery models in the cloud industry:...

By Adeyomola Kazeem — 06 Feb'25 Last Updated: 11 Jun'25
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Private Cloud Computing: 2025 Info Guide

Private cloud computing’s limited accessibility makes it the most desirable option when data security and privacy are most critical. Beyond security and privacy, private cloud computing also offers deeper insights and more control, but typically requires a significant initial investment. This article examines private cloud architecture while highlighting its benefits, challenges and how it works....

By Adeyomola Kazeem — 06 Feb'25 Last Updated: 25 Apr'25
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Edge Computing vs Cloud Computing: Definitions, Examples, Key Differences & More in 2025 

In this edge computing vs cloud computing comparison, we explore the definitions of edge computing and cloud computing, looking into their similarities, key differences, advantages, downsides and how they work. Cloud computing offers a centralized cluster of computing power over the internet, while edge computing brings computing power closer to data sources. That said, both...

By Adeyomola Kazeem — 04 Feb'25 Last Updated: 05 Jun'25
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What Is a Public Cloud? Definition, Benefits and Security Explained in 2025

Public cloud computing is the main deployment model in the cloud, and it is characterized by public accessibility over the internet. It offers on-demand access to various types of cloud computing power through a rental system, making it very flexible. When you consider its low barrier to entry via low costs and public accessibility, it’s...

By Adeyomola Kazeem — 23 Dec'24 Last Updated: 11 Jun'25
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AWS Pricing: Models, Tiers and Services

Amazon Web Services (AWS) pricing primarily follows a pay-as-you-go model, ensuring you pay only for usage. Though this is generally cost-efficient, there are various aspects to AWS billing. If you don’t understand them, you may miss out on huge savings through pricing models like Reserved Instances or Savings Plans. You may also incur some unexpected...

By Adeyomola Kazeem — 23 Dec'24 Last Updated: 31 Mar'25
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