Exactly what is the “cloud”, and is “cloud computing” an over-hyped term, or something that can truly have a positive impact on your business? From our standpoint, it’s a little of both, but when you do away with the hype, what you have is an IT solution that could have a major impact on your company.

If you’re confused by the phrase “cloud computing”, you’re not alone, especially with so many companies having so many different definitions. Without knowing it, you use cloud computing based services every day … but still, many aren’t aware of just what cloud computing is and why it even matters. So let’s begin with an easy to understand definition …

What is cloud computing?

In the most basic sense, “The Cloud” is resources (hardware, software and entire platforms) that can be accessed through the Internet.

For small businesses, the cloud virtually levels the technology playing field and allows these companies equal access to advanced technology applications, platforms and services; all of which become affordable and totally scalable to the business needs. Additionally, the cloud offers businesses a pay-as-you-go scenario, that removes the huge initial outlay of cash to replaces servers and other hardware and software within a business.

We understand that there is a tremendous amount of hype and conflicting information regarding “cloud computing”. Our goal at this site, is to present you with all of the information you’ll need to clearly understand “cloud computing” and its possible impact on small businesses like yours. To learn more, read the articles below, or sign up for our email newsletter and we will send you free information on how cloud computing can benefit your business.

The information you need begins with …

Becoming a Quick Expert in “Cloud Computing”

Here you’ll learn everything you need to know about “the cloud” and cloud computing and how it will impact your business.

Best Practices for Cloud Computing

Your business is not the first business to utilize the cloud. Learn from the others who have gone before you. Here you’ll learn 7 Best Practices that you must consider before taking your business to the Cloud.

The 10 Benefits of “The Cloud”

Cloud computing can benefit organizations and businesses of any size; small, medium and large businesses all have access to the same technology in the cloud. As seen through the eyes of a small business, there are 8 main advantages to cloud computing.

Understanding Virtualization

Facebook, MySpace, YouTube and SalesForce.com only exist because of Virtualization technology, which also is the foundation of cloud computing. Here you’ll learn exactly what “Virtualization” is and how it can impact your company.

Introducing: “SmartCloud”

There are a lot of applications and approaches to Cloud Computing. We have sifted through them all and have identified the best for small business. Learn more about the tremendous potential of the “SmartCloud”.