Cloud computing is not a new phenomenon, but it is constantly evolving and expanding its applications across various industries and domains. In 2024, cloud computing is expected to reach new heights of innovation, efficiency, and impact as more organizations and individuals adopt cloud solutions for their diverse needs. Here are some of the major trends shaping the future of cloud computing:
Hybrid cloud and multi-cloud. Hybrid cloud is a combination of public and private cloud services, while multi-cloud is the use of multiple cloud providers for different purposes. Both these approaches offer more flexibility, scalability and security for cloud users as they can utilize the best features and services of different cloud platforms.
Edge computing. Edge computing is a distributed computing paradigm that moves computation and data storage closer to where it is needed, such as devices, sensors, or users. Peripheral computing reduces latency, bandwidth, and power consumption, and improves security and privacy by processing data locally rather than sending it to a centralized cloud server.
Serverless computing. Serverless computing is a cloud computing model that abstracts the underlying infrastructure and allows cloud users to run code without preparing or managing servers. Serverless computing allows cloud users to focus on their core business logic and functionality rather than worrying about scalability, availability, and maintenance of their cloud resources. Serverless computing also offers a pay-as-you-use pricing model, which means cloud users only pay for the resources they consume, not for idle or unused capacity.
Artificial intelligence and machine learning. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are fields of computer science that are concerned with building systems that can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence, such as reasoning, learning, and decision making. Artificial intelligence and machine learning increasingly rely on cloud computing because cloud platforms provide access to large amounts of data, computing power, and specialized tools and platforms for developing and deploying AI and machine learning models.
Cloud security and compliance. Cloud security and compliance are measures and standards that protect and regulate cloud data, applications, and infrastructure. Cloud security and compliance are becoming increasingly important and complex as cloud computing involves multiple parties such as cloud providers, cloud users, and third-party vendors who share responsibility and accountability for cloud security and compliance. Cloud security and compliance must also cope with the increasing complexity and diversity of cloud environments such as hybrid cloud, multi-cloud, edge computing, and serverless computing.