Cloud Computing — Cloud Monitoring and Management

Cloud monitoring involves tracking the performance, availability, and security of cloud resources. It helps organizations ensure their applications are running smoothly and identify issues before they affect users. Key monitoring metrics include CPU usage, memory usage, network traffic, and response times. Cloud providers offer services like AWS CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, and Google Cloud Operations Suite for real-time monitoring. These tools often include dashboards, alerts, and automated responses to incidents, improving reliability and reducing downtime.

Example: An e-commerce site uses AWS CloudWatch to monitor server health and automatically scale resources during a holiday sale.