Is cloud computing just a fad, a nebulous idea or a far-reaching trend?

Follow the Modern Language Association (MLA) Formatting and Style Guide to write a 500-word minimum essay. Word count does not include header, footer, and references.

1. Chapter 2 - Cloud Computing

According to Fitzgerald & Dennis, client-server architectures enable cloud computing .NIST calls it a “new business model in the computing world.” (http://www.nist.gov/itl/csd/cloud-102511.cfm, Oct. 25, 2011). Is this new rage just a fad, a nebulous idea or a far-reaching trend? In 500+ words define this technology. List and describe some of its essential characteristics or components. Name two providers of this service and explain their package.