Cloud Computing and Software Services: Theory and Techniques

by Syed A. Ahson (Editor), Mohammad Ilyas (Editor)

Whether you’re already in the cloud, or determining whether or not it makes sense for your organization, Cloud Computing and Software Theory and Techniques provides the technical understanding needed to develop and maintain state-of-the-art cloud computing and software services. From basic concepts and recent research findings to future directions, it gathers the insight of 50 experts from around to present a global perspective on the range of technical topics related to cloud computing and Software as a Service (SaaS). The book Witten in a manner that makes this complex subject easy to understand, this is an ideal one-stop reference for anyone interested in cloud computing. The accessible language and wealth of illustrations also make it suitable for academic and research-oriented settings. The comprehensive coverage supplies you with the understanding of cloud computing technologies and trends in parallel computing needed to establish and maintain effective and efficient computing and software services.

456 pages, Hardcover

First published September 15, 2009