This new edition delves into the transformative impact of cloud computing on modern technological solutions and applications. It integrates advancements like IoT applications, container technologies, and serverless computing, ensuring readers are equipped with the latest knowledge. It serves as an essential guide for both students and IT professionals navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of cloud computing. With its comprehensive coverage and practical insights, the book will empower readers to harness the full potential of cloud technology, making it indispensable for those shaping the future of IT.
KEY FEATURES: Explores the evolving landscape of cloud computing and applications. Provides insight into cloud computing paradigms and technologies. Integrates latest advancements, edge, fog, quantum cloud, in the field. Provides practical guidance for implementing cloud solutions. Emphases on training the next generation of IT professionals.

TABLE OF CONTENTS Preface Acknowledgements Chapter 1 – Introduction Chapter 2 – Principles of Parallel and Distributed Computing Chapter 3 – Virtualization Chapter 4 – Cloud Computing Architecture Chapter 5 – Aneka: Cloud Application Platform Chapter 6 – Concurrent Computing: Thread Programming Chapter 7 – High-Throughput Computing: Task Programming Chapter 8 – Data Intensive Computing: Map-Reduce Programming Chapter 9 – Cloud Platforms in Industry Chapter 10 – Cloud Applications Chapter 11 – IoT, Edge and FoG Computing Chapter 12 – Cloud Computing Security Chapter 13 – Containers and Serverless Computing Chapter 14 – Advanced Topics in Cloud Computing References Index