Cloud computing provides IT services in a manner that adheres to cloud computing characteristics. In this course, you'll explore various cloud deployment models such as hybrid, community, public, and private clouds. Next, you'll recognize how cloud services are categorized, such as how manually deployed virtual machine deployment is classified as an Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS). Lastly, you'll examine AWS management tools, including the AWS console, CLI, PowerShell, and the AWS Toolkit for Microsoft Visual Studio. This course is one of a collection of courses that prepares learners for the AWS Certified SysOps Administrator - Associate (SOA-CO1) exam.