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Cloud Computing Basics

Learn what the cloud really is, the main service types (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), how pricing works, and who is responsible for security.

4 lessonsAbout 36 minFree
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Finish every lesson, then sign in and pass the final assessment to earn a free certificate

Module 1: Cloud fundamentals

  1. What Is Cloud Computing?9 min · Up next
  2. IaaS, PaaS and SaaS9 min · Not started
  3. Cloud Costs and Scaling9 min · Not started
  4. Cloud Security and Shared Responsibility9 min · Not started

Questions about Cloud Computing Basics

What will I learn in Cloud Computing Basics?

Learn what the cloud really is, the main service types (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), how pricing works, and who is responsible for security. The course has 4 lessons, organised in one module: Module 1: Cloud fundamentals.

How long does Cloud Computing Basics take?

About 36 minutes in total, across 4 lessons. You can learn at your own pace and stop and continue any time.

Do I need experience to take Cloud Computing Basics?

No. This course starts from zero and explains every new word the first time it appears.

Is Cloud Computing Basics free?

Yes. The whole course is free and you do not need an account to learn. A free account is only needed for the final assessment and the certificate.

Do I get a certificate for Cloud Computing Basics?

Yes, a free certificate of completion. Finish every lesson, sign in, and pass the 15-question final assessment with 80% or more. It is not an accredited qualification.

What should I learn after Cloud Computing Basics?

The next step is Cloud Intermediate: Services, Networks and Automation.