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Cloud Computing Explained: Implementation Handbook for Enterprises Kindle Edition

by John Rhoton (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Cloud Computing Explained provides an overview of Cloud Computing in an enterprise environment. There is a tremendous amount of enthusiasm around cloud-based solutions and services as well as the cost-savings and flexibility that they can provide. It is imperative that all senior technologists have a solid understanding of the ramifications of cloud computing since its impact is likely to permeate the entire IT landscape. However, it is not trivial to introduce a fundamentally different service-delivery paradigm into an existing enterprise architecture. This book describes the benefits and challenges of Cloud Computing and then leads the reader through the process of assessing the suitability of a cloud-based approach for a given situation, calculating and justifying the investment that is required to transform the process or application, and then developing a solid design that considers the implementation as well as the ongoing operations and governance required to maintain the solution in a partially outsourced delivery model.
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B003LO1H2W
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Recursive Press (May 3, 2010)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 3, 2010
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3758 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 511 pages
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    John Rhoton is a strategy consultant who advises global enterprise customers on emerging technologies with a current focus on public, private and hybrid cloud computing. He speaks regularly on technology and strategy and is the author of seven books including Cloud Computing Explained, currently ranked among the most popular books on the topic.

    His tenure in the IT industry spans over twenty-five years at Symantec, HP, EDS, Compaq and Digital where he has held leading roles in defining and implementing business and technology strategy both internally and for many of the largest clients.

    John has been responsible for driving the adoption of several emerging technologies including cloud computing, mobility, next-generation-networking and virtualization. Over his career, he has covered a range of activities from software engineering and enterprise architecture to business development and global infrastructure deployment.

    After living in a dozen countries, including long-term assignments to the United States, France, Italy, Ireland, Hong Kong and Malaysia, he has settled with his family near Vienna, Austria. In addition to English, John is fluent in German, Spanish, French and Italian.

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Big Data Paramedic
5.0 out of 5 stars Cloudy - Yet Bright !
Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2011
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The book is a must read if you work or plan to be in Information technology .

The only few chapters that a non-IT professional needs to read is the First, second and sixth Chapters . The description is geared towards a mass audience in a clear way that is easily understood. Any IT topic gets boring unless you build a storyline and examples. Story lines are missing,but examples (Amazon,Google) helps to retain Interest in the chapters.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM CHAPTER ONE TWO AND SIX:
It elaborates the known and subtle benefits of cloud ,while putting it from a historical to contemporary perspective not a rocket science,simple evolution). Unlike several books on computing , the book does not blindly recommend Cloud computing for the sake of it ex: A cloud-based solution that does not increase revenue or decrease cost is of little interest. And a non-cloud solution that improves the bottom line should be implemented regardless of the name you use to label it.)

Step into next level to know different types of clouds like private,public,partner,horizontal,vertical etc; what are these, which one fits you you will be surprised to notice that many of the IT in your firm is running in cloud for many years without ever mentioning the fancy word "Cloud computing"). Even a layman used cloud computing application a decade back. It was called Hotmail !

FURTHER CHAPTERS:
Once you get past the first Chapter, You need to have some IT background to get a grasp of the subject. Further review is geared towards the IT community. I am a software developer who come across the IT terminology's frequently and can relate to the author's description,understand the pains and fears of security, breach,integration,availability,scalability etc.

Forget Cloud Computing for a moment, I promise you will like this book if you are working in Information technology . There is something for everyone. If you are a programmer, you will know quiet a bit about security challenges (Heard of SAML?). If you are a hardware guy, you can learn about the cost implications of decisions made in IT and so on. If you are a director or a Vice President or a CIO, Do not feel ashamed, entire book is for you.

PS : I am reading the book on a Kindle cloud reader . Not as good as a Kindle on Ipad ,but certainly not bad.Try it out, will not be disappointed.
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M. Klaus
5.0 out of 5 stars best cloud computing book I've been able to find
Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2009
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John Rhoton's book "Cloud Computing Explained" is the best cloud computing book I've been able to find. Written in an easy-to-read format, which I like, it adopts Rhoton's proven approach at implementing emerging technologies in Fortune 500 corporations. The book is divided into ten logical sections that provide a thorough picture of cloud computing:

1. Define: explores the meaning of the term and its context; consider the different manifestations of private, public and partner clouds delivered as Software-as-a-Service, Platform-as-a-Service and Infrastructure-as-a-Service

2. Assess: provides a sober means to evaluate when and where it is applicable, considering financial, strategic and risk implications

3. Design: establish a high-level approach and methodology for evaluating, planning and implementing cloud computing

4. Select: how to select the optimal suite of applications and services to solve a business problem, how to target the best user groups and identify the best offerings to meet the business needs

5. Integrate: what it takes to put together all the different components and connect them with the legacy infrastructure; considers end-to-end design, connectivity, resilience and security.

6. Implement: how to make the design actually work, including technical migration and organisational changes

7. Operate: considers the day-to-day service management, administration, monitoring and support implications of cloud solutions

8. Control: tackles the core problems of compliance, risk and governance as they manifest themselves in cloud computing

9. Adapt: how to continuously refine a cloud-based solution in order to optimize it in a dynamic environment

10. Evolve: technological changes on the horizon for cloud computing and their potential effect on cloud services

The unique systematic book structure is very useful for all IT professionals architects and executives since it serves as a roadmap for embarking on a course in any new technology and is enriched with solid cloud-based guidance for every step of the way.
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Papa Rox
5.0 out of 5 stars Very comprehensive, well written, [a good CISSP CPE resource]
Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2010
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First a very comprehensive overview. All elements of a cloud computing life-cycle from idea to maintenance are covered in good detail including project considerations. I did learn everything I hoped to about current cloud services and a whole lot more.

THE BOOK IS ORDERED AS IF SOMEONE WHERE PRESENTING,
the benefits of cloud environments and where they best apply. Each chapter provides the considerations and concerns when determining viability or architecture of cloud services.
The flavors of cloud services are discussed, SaaS (software as a service),PaaS, (platform) and IaaS (infrastructure) [read SPI like spy]. Strengths and weaknesses of clouds are discussed in good detail by each chapter. There is so much good content, the book can second as a reference if researching.

THE ONE NAY REVIEW,
was critical of the number of vendors provided but those vendors are primarily limited to the last 1/5 of the book devoted to vendors and only referenced in the content where a unique or consequential service were provided by that vendor (architecture trends are important). Having the vendors and their offerings is one of the aspects of this book that provides completeness and reference others lack.

FOR CISSP OR OTHER SECURITY PROFESSIONALS,
the content very smartly places security as an integral part of every cloud element and actually acted as a good refresher for many architectural security topics. An excellent presentation for laymen and supportive of generally accepted security methodologies.

A Vgood read, resource and cloud security mid level companion. Go for it.
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gabriela rodriguez
5.0 out of 5 stars Very nice second hand buy
Reviewed in Germany on August 2, 2013
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I bought this book in the second hand market and it is perfect. Really a good option to buy books. Many thanks.
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Nanetti Graziano
4.0 out of 5 stars Ottimo testo anche per chi non ha background esclusivamente tecnico
Reviewed in Italy on May 23, 2013
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L'opera spiega in modo esauriente e completo tutti gli aspetti del Cloud Computing senza andare troppo nei dettagli tecnici. Lettura indispensabile per chi vuole tenersi sempre aggiornato sulle nuove evoluzioni del mondo IT.
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Shane Feeney
5.0 out of 5 stars Execlent Starting Point
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 5, 2012
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This is a must for Sales and Executives wanting to get on top of the "Cloud Hype" without getting deep into the technology. It is an easy read with no nonsense, thus quick to get through.
You dont need to have any prior knowledge and this will bring you up to speed quickly. If you do have a good understanding of technology, then this book will not offer any indepth revelations, but does offer clarity.
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Martyn
5.0 out of 5 stars A good introduction to The Cloud
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 3, 2018
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A good read, full of useful information.
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mike phillis
4.0 out of 5 stars ok book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 3, 2014
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maybe a bit techi for me. Didn't understand all they were talking about, but that is probably my lack of knowledge on the subject.
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