What is Cloud Computing?
Cloud computing is the delivery of computing services-servers, storage, databases, and software-over the internet, so users can access resources on demand without owning hardware.
Example
Storing your photos in Google Photos or iCloud instead of only on your phone is everyday cloud computing.
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Related terms
API
An API (Application Programming Interface) is a set of rules that lets different software applications communicate, allowing one program to use the features or data of another.
SaaS
SaaS (Software as a Service) is a model where software is hosted in the cloud and accessed via subscription over the internet, rather than installed and owned outright.