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Microcomputer other device on the network that requests and utilizes network resources Hub Switch Client Server

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Client.

Step-by-step explanation:

Cloud computing can be defined as a type of computing that requires shared computing resources such as cloud storage (data storage), servers, computer power, and software over the internet rather than local servers and hard drives.

Generally, cloud computing offers individuals and businesses a fast, effective and efficient way of providing services.

Cloud computing comprises of three (3) service models and these are;

1. Platform as a Service (PaaS).

2. Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS).

3. Software as a Service (SaaS).

A client can be defined as a microcomputer or other device on the network that requests and utilizes network resources.

These network resources that are being requested by the client (client computer) are typically made available by a dedicated computer on the network known as a server.

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