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Cloud services data

 

Cloud services refer to on-demand computing resources, platforms, and applications delivered over the internet. Cloud services are categorized into several models, including Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), Software as a Service (SaaS), and others, which allow businesses to tailor solutions to their specific needs.

These services allow businesses and individuals to access and utilize computing power, storage, and software without needing to own, manage, or maintain physical infrastructure. Their resources can be scaled up or down based on demand, and pay-as-you-go pricing eliminates the need for upfront capital expenses. Additionally, cloud providers offer robust security features, including encryption, identity management, and compliance certifications.

Cloud services data typically includes:

  • Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS): IaaS provides virtualized computing resources over the internet, including servers, storage, and networking
  • Platform as a Service (PaaS): PaaS provides a platform for developers to build, test, and deploy applications without managing the underlying infrastructure
  • Software as a Service (SaaS): SaaS delivers fully functional software applications over the internet, typically on a subscription basis
  • Storage and backup services: Cloud-based solutions for storing and backing up data securely and accessing it from anywhere
  • Database as a Service (DBaaS): Managed database services that allow users to set up, operate, and scale databases without maintaining hardware or software
  • Serverless computing: A cloud execution model where the cloud provider manages the infrastructure, and users only pay for the compute time they use
  • Content delivery network (CDN): Services that distribute content (for example, websites, videos, APIs) to users from geographically distributed servers for faster delivery
  • Development and testing environments: Cloud-based environments for application development, testing, and quality assurance
  • Analytics and machine learning services: Cloud tools for processing data, running analytics, and building AI/ML models
  • Security and identity services: Cloud tools to secure systems, manage identities, and protect against threats
  • Collaboration and communication tools: Cloud services designed to enhance team collaboration and communication
  • Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS): Cloud-based services that replicate and recover critical systems and data during outages
  • Internet of Things (IoT) services: Cloud platforms for managing and analyzing data from IoT devices

Before looking at documentation for specific data sources, review the Splunk Docs information on general data ingestion: