This document provides an introduction to cloud computing, including definitions, examples of existing cloud applications, benefits, and limitations. It discusses key cloud concepts like infrastructure as a service (IaaS), platform as a service (PaaS), and software as a service (SaaS). Popular cloud platforms like Amazon AWS, Google App Engine, and Windows Azure are briefly introduced. Potential concerns with security, data control, and migration are also outlined. The presentation aims to explain cloud computing fundamentals and tradeoffs for developers and startups.