1.1.4+System+Implementation+testing+comparison

=__**1.1.4 Compare the implementation of systems using a client's hardware with hosting systems remotely.**__=

__**Clients Hardware**__ - Can directly test with the possible user - If multiple clients, will need to test each hardware, especially if they are different. - Hardware cost and maintenance cost needs to be considered. - Easy access to hardware

__**Hosting system remotely**__ - May be accessed from anywhere - Multiple platforms can access the server - No need for a server technician

"**Software as a Service (SaaS)** is a software distribution model in which applications are hosted by a vendor or service provider and made available to customers over a network, typically the Internet.

Benefits of the SaaS model include:


 * easier administration
 * automatic updates and [|patch management]
 * compatibility: All users will have the same version of software.
 * easier [|collaboration], for the same reason
 * global accessibility." from searchcloudcomputing

Created By:D3LTA Last update:04/03/13

Sources:
 * http://broadcast.oreilly.com/2009/03/comparing-cloud-costs.html
 * http://searchcloudcomputing.techtarget.com/definition/Software-as-a-Service