It refers to cloud services that are hosted by third party providers. They are shared across multiple users.
It refers to cloud services that are dedicated solely to one organization. These offer more control and customization.
Public clouds offer nearly unlimited scalability, ideal for businesses with fluctuating needs. Private clouds can scale, but typically at a higher cost.
Public cloud is more affordable due to shared resources. Private cloud is more expensive due to dedicated hardware and infrastructure.
Private clouds provide enhanced security as they are isolated environments. Public clouds rely on shared security protocols.
Public cloud providers handle maintenance. Private clouds often require in-house or third-party IT teams for support.