ABSTRACT

In chaos and confusion there is opportunity: Rack ’em, pack ’em and stack ’em. – Greg Schulz

• Which type of cloud is best for your needs or requirements • What is needed for accessing or using a cloud service • What is needed for deploying a private cloud • What is needed for building your own cloud • What are solution and technology stacks or bundles

This chapter looks at public and private cloud services, products, and solutions and how they can be used to address various business or technology challenges. Key themes, buzzwords, and trends include public, private, and hybrid clouds. Additional topics, themes, and buzzwords include product, technology, and solution stacks or bundles.