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Utility Computing

Utility computing is a model that provides on-demand access to computing resources over the internet in a cost-efficient and flexible manner. It allows users to scale resources up or down based on needs and pay only for what they use. Major benefits include reduced costs, increased scalability and flexibility. Key concepts are on-demand allocation of resources and pay-as-you-go pricing. Major providers include AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Utility computing is useful for applications like cloud computing, big data, and startups that need to adapt quickly.

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Utility Computing

Utility computing is a model that provides on-demand access to computing resources over the internet in a cost-efficient and flexible manner. It allows users to scale resources up or down based on needs and pay only for what they use. Major benefits include reduced costs, increased scalability and flexibility. Key concepts are on-demand allocation of resources and pay-as-you-go pricing. Major providers include AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Utility computing is useful for applications like cloud computing, big data, and startups that need to adapt quickly.

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Utility

Computing
UTILITY COMPUTING:
REVOLUTIONIZING T HE DIGITAL WORLD

MADE BY
MUZAMIL
Introduction
Historical Perspective
Key concepts
Benefits
Use Cases
Challenges
Providers
Case Studies
Conclusion

- TOPICS
Introduction
Utility Computing is a computing model offering on-demand access to resources like processing
power and storage over the internet. It's vital in modern computing due to its cost-efficiency,
scalability, and flexibility. It reduces capital expenses, empowers businesses to adapt rapidly, enhances
global accessibility, and improves security, all while optimizing resource utilization and accelerating
innovation.
Utility computing is a service provisioning model that offers computing resources such as hardware, software,
and network bandwidth to clients as and when they require them on an on-demand basis. The service provider
charges only as per the consumption of the services, rather than a fixed charge or a flat rate.

Utility computing is a subset of cloud computing, allowing users to scale up and down based on their needs. Clients,
users, or businesses acquire amenities such as data storage space, computing capabilities, applications services, virtual
servers, or even hardware rentals such as CPUs, monitors, and input devices
Historical Perspective
The Evolution of Computing began with mechanical
devices in the 19th century, transitioning to vacuum tube-
based machines in the mid-20th century, then to transistors
and microprocessors, leading to today's highly integrated
and interconnected digital era with cloud computing and
quantum computing on the horizon.
Key Concepts
Utility Computing

Utility Computing differs from Traditional Computing in its on-


demand resource allocation and pay-as-you-go pricing. In utility
computing, resources are available when needed, allowing for
scalability and flexibility. Users only pay for what they use, reducing
upfront costs and promoting cost-efficiency. Traditional computing
relies on fixed, often expensive infrastructure that may not adapt to
changing demands as efficiently.
2. On Demand Resource
Allocation
On-demand Resource Allocation is the dynamic
provisioning of computing resources as needed,
ensuring efficient use and scalability, minimizing
wasted capacity, and adapting to fluctuating
workloads in real-time.
Pay-as-you-go Pricing Model

Pay-as-you-go Pricing is a cost model where users


pay for computing resources based on actual usage.
It offers flexibility, cost control, and eliminates
upfront investments, making it economical and
scalable.
Benefits
•Cost Efficiency
•Scalability
•Flexibility
Use Cases
•Cloud Computing
•Big Data Analytics
•High-Performance Computing
Challenges
•Security Concerns
•Data Privacy
•Vendor Lock-In
Providers
Major Utility Computing Providers e.g.,
•AWS
•Azure
•Google Cloud
Case Studies
1. Travel reservation services
2. Online retailers
3. Startups and small businesses
Travel Reservation Service
The travel and hotel industry is highly dependent on seasonal demand and peak festival times.
COVID-19 travel restrictions have also played a huge part in setting new trends in the hospitality
industry. As countries are opening their borders to international travel, we are seeing a surge in
demand for tickets to exotic destinations.

Let’s assume you wish to travel to the Maldives and are looking to make a flight and hotel
booking through your travel app. Due to the rise in demand, travel reservation applications will
deploy additional infrastructural support and virtual servers to manage the offset of travelers
wanting to make their reservations. This way, travel applications get extra resources onboard
when they require and pay only based on their consumption
Online Retailers
With Christmas and New Year around the corner, online retailers
will witness massive traffic jumps and endure extreme load on their
servers. Let’s assume you wish to do a little redecoration before the
festive season hits, and you turn to the Swedish Gods of DIY
furnishing, aka Ikea. This is where utility computing enters. Online
retailers would deploy additional data storage space to manage the
online surge and get charged on a rental basis.
Startups and small businesses
Let’s say a startup sets up a new business and uses utility computing
services to rent hardware units such as CPUs and monitors. Once
their business catches the eye of thousands of customers, they would
need to scale up by requesting more resources, bandwidth, and data
storage space. Through this method, the startup only needs to pay for
the resources it utilizes and can focus on flourishing its business
without the worry of ongoing operational costs hindering business
growth.
Conclusion
Utility computing revolutionizes modern computing with its
scability,cost-efficient,and flexible model . Key takeaways include
on-demand resourse allocation ,pay-as-you-go pricing , and potential
for innovative and growth. As we look ahead , the future of utility
computing promises further advancements, including edge
computing, AI integration , sustainability measures, continuing to
reshape the digital landscape.

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