Cloud Architecture models

Private cloud

• Few users
• Pro’s:
  • Complete control of infrastructure
  • Benefits of public cloud
  • Better security and privacy
• Con’s
  • Maintenance
  • Staffing

Public cloud

• Example: Microsoft Azure, AWS, GCP, etc
• Pro’s:
  • No purchase of hardware
  • Low monthly fees
• Con’s
  • No control over features, updates and versions
  • No physical access

Hybrid cloud

• Combines the best of both worlds
• Azure Active Directory (AAD) helps setup the authentication between your on-prem and Azure servers
• Pro’s
  • Avoid disuptions and outages
  • Adhere to regulation, governance, etc
  • Span both public and private cloud
  • Alleviate CapEx investments
• Con’s
  • Complex infrastructure