Cloud Computing for Big Data Analytics: A Comparative Evaluation

The fusion of cloud computing with big data analytics has emerged as a catalyst for transformative insights and operational efficiency in a data-driven environment. The study investigates the function of cloud computing in the context of big data analytics, outlining its importance, potential, and constraints. It demonstrates the development of cloud computing platforms and the services they provide for storing, processing, and analyzing data. In addition, it explores the broad spectrum of big data analytics tools, platforms, and methodologies, highlighting the scalability and adaptability they accomplish in cloud contexts. This study explores the distinct benefits and difficulties that arise as firms progressively move their analytical workloads to the cloud, examining crucial factors including security, compliance, and cost- effectiveness. The article examines the transformative effects of cloud-based big data analytics on several industries, from healthcare to finance, revealing creative solutions and predictive capabilities. It does this by drawing conclusions from real-world case studies.