Commonly confused

Public cloud vs Multi-cloud

Public cloud is one provider's shared capacity. Multi-cloud spreads workloads across more than one provider.

Public cloud

Public cloud refers to computing services offered by third-party providers over the public internet, making them available to anyone who wants to use or purchase them. These resources, such as servers, storage, and applications, are owned and operated by the cloud provider and.

Public cloud offers on-demand computing services over the internet, owned and operated by third-party providers for multiple customers.

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Multi-cloud

Multi-cloud refers to the strategic use of cloud services from two or more distinct cloud providers, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. This approach involves leveraging different cloud platforms for various workloads or applications, rather than relying on a single vendor..

Multi-cloud uses cloud services from two or more distinct providers to enhance resilience and avoid vendor lock-in.

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Why it matters

People mix up Public cloud and Multi-cloud in exam questions and job posts. Knowing the difference helps you pick the right control, process, or architecture choice.

How to remember the difference

Public cloud is one provider's shared capacity. Multi-cloud spreads workloads across more than one provider.

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