A computing environment that combines public and private cloud services, allowing for data and applications to be shared between them.
Description
In the context of the Single Sign-On (SSO) Protocol industry, a Hybrid Cloud is a strategy that enables organizations to utilize both on-premises infrastructure and public cloud services. This approach allows businesses to maintain sensitive data in a private cloud while leveraging the scalability and flexibility of public clouds for less sensitive operations. For instance, a company may host its user authentication and identity management systems in a private cloud to ensure security and compliance, while using a public cloud service for hosting less critical applications. This balance of environments offers enhanced security, improved compliance, and flexibility in resource allocation. Furthermore, it facilitates seamless integration of various SSO protocols, allowing for a unified user experience across different platforms and devices while optimizing costs and performance. Organizations can easily manage user access and authentication across both environments, making it easier to implement security policies and streamline user experiences.
Examples
- IBM Cloud offers Hybrid Cloud solutions that integrate on-premises infrastructure with public cloud resources, enhancing security for SSO applications.
- Microsoft Azure provides Hybrid Cloud capabilities that enable companies to run applications on both local servers and Azure cloud, allowing for efficient user authentication and identity management.
Additional Information
- Hybrid Cloud environments can improve disaster recovery options by distributing data across multiple locations.
- The combination of public and private clouds in a Hybrid Cloud setup can help organizations meet compliance requirements while maximizing operational efficiency.