Cloud computing is one of the hot topics of IT Law in a global
scale. Wherever we go, whatever we purchase or whichever IT service
we use, the name "Cloud" pops up indicating that it is a
necessity or even an indispensible part of today's IT world. We
always hear about the Cloud, about how useful, easy to use and
profitable it is. But the essential questions are: What is Cloud
Computing really? What's in it for businesses? What may be the
drawbacks and concerns? What is the current situation of Cloud
Computing in Turkey?
1- What is Cloud Computing and why is it Useful?
Cloud Computing can be defined as the use of computing tools and
resources such as hardware and software which are delivered as a
service over the internet and is a long held dream of the computer
industry. The reason behind the wording "Cloud" is
because a cloud-shaped symbol is used to represent a complex
infrastructure in the topographies or system diagrams. So in simple
saying, Cloud Computing is