Why cloud computing with AWS ?

Notes to self: from
http://aws.amazon.com/what-is-cloud-computing/

What is Cloud Computing?

Whether you are running applications that share photos or support the critical operations of your business, you need rapid access to flexible and low cost IT resources. The term "cloud computing" refers to the on-demand delivery of IT resources via the Internet with pay-as-you-go pricing.

No Upfront Investment: Replace upfront infrastructure investment with low monthly costs

Low Ongoing Cost: Reduce your overall IT labor costs

Flexible Capacity: Eliminate guessing on your infrastructure capacity needs

Speed & Agility: Develop and deploy applications fas

Apps not Ops: Focus on projects that differentiate your business, not the infrastructure

Global Reach: Take your apps global in minutes

 

AWS Cloud Computing Use Cases

Amazon Web Services provides a complete set of cloud computing services that enable you to build sophisticated, scalable applications. Today, hundreds of thousands of customers of all sizes take advantage of these cloud computing services in a diverse set of industries, including healthcare, media, financial services, insurance, real estate, retail, education and the public sector.

Web, Mobile, & Social Apps

Use AWS' Cloud Computing services to power web, mobile, and social apps.

Big Data

Use Cloud Computing to store and process large datasets to solve business problems.

Backup & Storage

Store and retrieve any data, anywhere, any time with AWS’ Cloud Computing services.

Digital Media

Use AWS’ Cloud Computing services to ingest, store, encode, protect, and stream your media.

Enterprise Applications

Run enterprise applications using AWS’ Cloud Computing services.

Gaming

Use AWS' Cloud Computing services to deliver casual or MMO games.