The Cloud Analyst
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Original analysis and research on cloud computing, AI, blockchain, IoT, and the technologies shaping our industry — from someone who has worked inside them.
Original analysis and field reports on cloud, AI, blockchain, and emerging technology. Written from direct industry experience.
In-depth technical research and industry reports available to read and download.
Deep dives into products and services — podcasts, video demos, and hands-on walkthroughs with vendors and customers.
Books, documents, presentations, videos, and webinars curated for cloud and tech professionals.
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A deep dive into global hypervisor market share, from AWS to VMware — original research and first-hand industry analysis.
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Xen is the more mature and most popular non-commercial virtualization product — but has it slowed down? A deep dive into global hypervisor market share with original research.
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Recommended reading on cloud, AI, blockchain, and emerging tech.
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Technical documents, reference guides, and industry reports.
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Glossary & Directory
Key terms and a full category directory across cloud computing, AI, blockchain, and virtualization. One entry now, more being added.
Amazon Web Services
Amazon Web Services, part of the Amazon umbrella, handles on-demand infrastructure solutions for individuals, companies, and governments on a paid subscription basis.
As of 2017, AWS owned 34% of all cloud (IaaS, PaaS) while Microsoft, Google, and IBM had 11%, 8%, and 6% respectively.