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Cloud computing fits the classic modus operandi of emerging technologies inasmuch as it has been around for a long time -- at least 10 years -- waiting for the technology resources to become available. In the case of cloud, these would be broad network access and smart handheld devices. Without these technologies, it is possible to adopt cloud computing, but with severe limitations. With them, cloud computing becomes much more viable as a business resource.

Here's a question for you: who do you think is planning to spend $20 billion a year on cloud computing, every year? I can't imagine that you came up with any answer other than the US government, and you're right. Well, almost.

CIO Says: Free At Last!

"Finally, I can get out from under the tedium and challenges of IT operations and simply harness cloud computing to meet my organization's computing needs."

CIO Says: There's No Free Lunch

"Cloud computing is more complex than the marketplace acknowledges. Before I do anything with third-party cloud services, I'd better do my homework."

A healthy debate is going on about the relative merits and risks of the cloud computing model. Consultants are learning and writing about this, aggregating knowledge and opinion for the benefit of our clients and readers.

Cloud computing fits the classic modus operandi of emerging technologies inasmuch as it has been around for a long time -- at least 10 years -- waiting for the technology resources to become available. In the case of cloud, these would be broad network access and smart handheld devices. Without these technologies, it is possible to adopt cloud computing, but with severe limitations. With them, cloud computing becomes much more viable as a business resource.

CIO Says: Free At Last!

"Finally, I can get out from under the tedium and challenges of IT operations and simply harness cloud computing to meet my organization's computing needs."

CIO Says: There's No Free Lunch

"Cloud computing is more complex than the marketplace acknowledges. Before I do anything with third-party cloud services, I'd better do my homework."