Utilization of Cloud Computing in Education with Focus on Open-Source Technologies

Conference paper
Part of the Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering book series (LNEE, volume 355)

Abstract

Cloud Computing uses possibilities of remote and instantly unlimited access to informational system sources. It accesses server systems using data networks like LAN, WAN, and World Wide Web with protocols HTTP, HTTPS, etc. Users, then, can access Cloud and its mediated server services through commonly available technological devices like laptops, desktop computers, smart phones, and tablets. Applications and necessary data are provided and administered in Cloud Computing by Cloud server that becomes remotely available without any physical or time limit. These aspects predetermine Cloud Computing among others for effective application in teaching. This chapter presents the implementation of OpenStack Cloud Computing platform and the results of integration in the educational process.

Keywords

Cloud technology Education E-learning OpenStack Efficient education Computer networks 
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Authors and Affiliations

  • Vladimir Sobeslav
    • 1
  • Josef Horalek
    • 1
  • Jakub Pavlik
    • 1
  1. 1.Computer Networks and Operating System Laboratories, Faculty of Informatics and ManagementUniversity of Hradec KraloveHradec KraloveCzech Republic

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