Definition
The practice of deploying and managing applications or services on remote servers maintained by a cloud provider. This allows users to access computing resources like processing power, storage, and memory over the internet.
Why it matters (in Poovi’s context)
Enables scalable, flexible, and often cost-effective deployment of applications and services compared to traditional on-premises hosting. The ‘Always Free’ tier makes this accessible for personal projects and learning.
Key properties or components
- Scalability
- On-demand resources
- Remote management
- Pay-as-you-go or free tier models
Contradictions or debates
None.