Demand for cloud services is rising. Databases have long been popular tools. However, things are changing as cloud databases become more popular.
What is a cloud database?
Let's start by defining a database; at its simplest, it is a system that allows information to be stored, organized, and accessed. They make business elements like product inventory and customer service easier.
As the name suggests, a cloud database is any database service built, provided, and accessed in a cloud environment. There are many types of cloud databases, and businesses (and individuals) can choose the one that best suits their needs. Generally speaking, cloud databases are provided in the context of a database-as-a-service model (DbaaS).
Traditional database and cloud database
Traditional databases are local databases. They require companies to provide the underlying infrastructure and tools to manage them effectively.
On the other hand, cloud databases provide a more flexible and scalable system. In addition, the database provider is also responsible for the management and maintenance of the system.
In addition, some cloud database providers offer advanced control over the database. This allows basic processes, such as data analysis, to work the way you want. For example, some databases will enable you to build machine learning models to support your data analysis.
However, this can get complicated because you have to consider several elements, such as the RDD API, which is critical to reducing latency for machine learning training algorithms.
Cloud database warehouses offer many advantages that make them (understandably) very popular.
High cost performance
Generally speaking, cloud databases can be purchased through subscription and pay-per-use pricing plans. This means you can choose which features you want to pay for. As your business grows, the plans you subscribe to may change or expand to reflect your changing needs. This way, you don't have to spend money on unnecessary features.
Additionally, using a cloud database means you don’t need to purchase any dedicated hardware, nor do you need space to store that hardware.
