Open-source cloud is any cloud service or solution that is built using open-source software and technologies. This includes any public, private or hybrid cloud model providing SaaS, IaaS, PaaS or XaaS built and operated entirely on open-source technologies.

An open-source cloud is designed and developed using open-source technologies and software such as:

• Open-source operating system, DBMS and software development frameworks
• Open-source workflow and business applications
• Virtualization stack (Hypervisor, virtualization management)
• Hardware with open-source firmware

Moreover, open-source cloud may also refer to any cloud service that provides open-source software or service to end users or businesses. Businesses/cloud providers have the option to customize open-source cloud solutions to a greater extent, which is generally prohibited in closed-source cloud models.[1]

Figure 1. Open source

Open source is shown in figure 1. An open-source cloud platform is any cloud-based solution, service, or model developed using the aforementioned open-source technologies and licensing agreements. Open-source cloud providers can cover any private, public, or hybrid cloud models, as well as the full array of SaaS, IaaS, PaaS, and other service solutions.[2]

The IT industry is shifting towards collaboration and innovation. this will change how enterprises manage cloud services and they will start exploring the adoption of open source cloud services.

An open-source cloud service refers to any cloud service created with technology or software that anyone can customise. In other words, open-source cloud platforms allow enterprises to customise their infrastructure depending on their requirements.

With an open-source tech platform, businesses can yield several benefits. Cloud infrastructure can be scaled up much faster, allowing the addition of features more easily as compared to closed-source platforms. There are also fewer security concerns. [3]

References:

1. https://www.techopedia.com/definition/29856/open-source-cloud
2. https://wasabi.com/glossary/open-source-cloud-computing-definition/
3. https://www.koenig-solutions.com/blog/cloud-computing-trends

Cite this article:

Gokula Nandhini K (2023), Open source, Anatechmaz ,pp.80