Justin Davies' Blog
Grid computing is scalable (that is, make it big or small according to your
needs) computing power, usually used by businesses. And supplied via the web.
Cloud computing is a method of supplying technology on demand. Who cares
where it comes from, or even what it’s called? So long as it’s there when
you need it. That’s why services as basic as web-based email are also forms
of cloud computing.
Cloud Computing v. Grid Computing: the chicken or the egg? I’m guessing
it’s actually a matter of ‘who cares?’ Although some purists might
gnash their teeth to hear that!
But if I had to answer it, I’d say it’s not actually a question of what
came first. It’s more a question of which is a subset of which.
In my opinion, grid computing is a kind or subset of cloud... (more)