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The Cloud Computing Journey

By : Divit Gupta
Book Image

The Cloud Computing Journey

By: Divit Gupta

Overview of this book

As the need for digital transformation and remote work surges, so does the demand for cloud computing. However, the complexity of cloud architecture and the abundance of vendors and tools can be overwhelming for businesses. This book addresses the need for skilled professionals capable of designing, building, and managing scalable and resilient cloud systems to navigate the complex landscape of cloud computing through practical tips and strategies. This comprehensive cloud computing guide offers the expertise and best practices for evaluating different cloud vendors and tools. The first part will help you gain a thorough understanding of cloud computing basics before delving deeper into cloud architecture, its design, and implementation. Armed with this expert insight, you'll be able to avoid costly mistakes, ensure that your cloud systems are secure and compliant, and build cloud systems that can adapt and grow with the business. By the end of this book, you’ll be proficient in leveraging different vendors and tools to build robust and secure cloud systems to achieve specific goals and meet business requirements.
Table of Contents (19 chapters)
Free Chapter
1
Part 1: Fundamentals and Components of the Cloud
4
Part 2: Compute, Storage, and Networking
8
Part 3: Security, Compliance, and Databases
13
Part 4: Monitoring, Backup, and Restore

Evolving threat landscape

This section examines the dynamic and constantly changing nature of cybersecurity threats in the context of cloud computing. This section provides an overview of the latest trends, attack vectors, and techniques used by cybercriminals to target cloud environments. Readers will gain insights into the significance of staying updated on emerging threats, understanding the impact of evolving cyber risks, and the importance of adopting proactive security measures to protect cloud assets. By understanding the evolving threat landscape, readers can bolster their organization’s security posture, enhance IR capabilities, and implement effective strategies to safeguard their cloud infrastructures and applications against ever-changing cyber threats.

Let’s explore this topic in detail, along with the tools and services available to address the challenges posed by the evolving threat landscape:

  1. Emerging threats and attack vectors: As organizations...