Vendor Lock-in
In the context of cloud computing, vendor lock-in refers to a situation in which a client gets dependent on a certain cloud provider in order to complete their computing needs. The client is not able to readily switch to another provider without incurring large expenditures or experiencing business disruptions. This might occur when a customer has committed considerable resources to a certain cloud platform, such as building apps or transferring data there and is unable to switch platforms without paying a hefty fee. When a customer makes use of exclusive technology or services that are only offered by one particular cloud provider, vendor lock-in can also happen. This may restrict the ability of the customer to transfer providers and may offer the provider a powerful negotiating position when negotiating prices and other issues.
Vendor Lock-in in Cloud Computing
Pre-requisite: Cloud Computing
Cloud computing is a model for delivering information technology services in which resources are retrieved from the internet through web-based tools and applications, as opposed to a direct connection to a server. This allows for the delivery of on-demand computing resources, such as storage, applications, and other services, over the internet. This enables users to access and use these resources as needed, without having to invest in and maintain their own infrastructure.
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