Network Basics in Cloud Computing
Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. · 2022
As mentioned earlier, all clouds must be connected to the network, which provides remote, anytime, anywhere access to IT resources. It can be said that network technology is the essential support of cloud computing. This chapter will introduce the basic network knowledge involved in cloud computing, including an overview of computer networks, the basic principles of computer networks, network interconnection equipment, network virtualization, and software-defined networks, so that readers can better understand some of the important aspects of computer networks, concepts, principles, equipment, and newer network technologies supporting cloud computing.