First Steps into Cloud Computing

This book, "Computing Paradigm and Degrees of Parallelism," presents a comprehensive exploration of modern computational models, distributed systems, virtualization technologies, and cloud computing architectures. Beginning with the Internet of Things (IoT) and Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS), it progresses through system models, Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), and energy-efficient distributed computing.

Subsequent sections examine clustering for massive parallelism, virtualization architectures such as Xen, and the design requirements of Virtual Machine Monitors (VMMs). An in-depth analysis of cloud computing fundamentals, including migration strategies, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), and Open Virtualization Formats (OVF), offers a detailed understanding of cloud infrastructures.

The later chapters address live migration, SaaS platforms, web-based collaboration tools, and critical concerns related to data security and identity management in the cloud environment. Balancing theory with practical applications, this book aims to serve as a valuable resource for students, researchers, and industry professionals navigating the evolving landscape of distributed and cloud-based systems.