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Infrastructure
as a Service (IaaS)
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) is a form of cloud
computing where a third-party provider hosts
virtual computing resources over the internet on
behalf of the client.
A provider can host hardware, software, servers,
storage and other traditional physical infrastructure
components on behalf of its users.
IaaS providers also host users’ applications and
handle tasks including system maintenance, backup
and resiliency planning.
Why IaaS?
IaaS platforms offer highly scalable resources that
can be adjusted on-demand, qualifying IaaS to
be well suited for workloads that are temporary,
experimental or can change unexpectedly.
IaaS also allows for automation of administrative
tasks, dynamic scaling, desktop virtualisation and
policy-based services.
Geraldton Data Centre, as an IaaS provider,
manages and controls the underlying cloud
infrastructure, while the customer has control
over operating systems, storage and deployed
application. The client also has limited control of
select networking components.
As a measured service, IaaS can be monitored,
controlled and reported, providing complete
transparency and assurance for the client.
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Funded from operational expenditure with minimal
or no up-front costs
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On-demand self-service
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Broad network access
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Resource pooling
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Scalable - can scale computing resources as
required, quickly and effortlessly, allowing for rapid
expansion or contraction as required
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Customisable memory, storage, operating systems
and applications
How can we help?
Geraldton Data Centre provides in-region hosting
and storage complemented by a local help desk.
Our team acts as a humanised call centre, with over
10 certified technicians and engineers ready to
provide support.
The Geraldton Data Centre has provided outstanding advice and clear direction
to GBSC during our transition to cloud based technology. We can now access any of our
stored files from any internet connection which gives us our very own hard drive in the cloud
with ample storage space. The transition has been effortless, smooth and stress free. The
team at Geraldton Data Centre did an excellent job and continue to do so with their back up
service.
Peter Fleay
Managing Director
GBSC
Are you using the most cost effective method to
deliver IT services in your business?
Is it flexible enough to meet the challenges of
the dynamic landscape that your business has to
operate in today?
Can it grow rapidly when you need it to and
contract when your business needs to scale down?
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