This document summarizes a workshop on cloud computing for librarians. The session aims to provide an introductory overview of cloud computing concepts and benefits through videos, graphics and interactions rather than lengthy presentations. The agenda covers definitions of cloud computing, origins and service/deployment models. Key benefits discussed are reduced costs, flexibility and scalability compared to traditional infrastructure. Major cloud providers mentioned include Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure and Rackspace. The document concludes that cloud computing provides utilities like access to data, hardware and support anywhere and anytime at lower costs, and that librarians should not fear cloud technology due to its widespread adoption and benefits.
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