Weighing pros and cons of various cloud computing platforms can be a daunting task. As the cloudwashing hype begins to fade, the term "open" is now being used as a marketing ploy to give cloud consumers the impression that they're free from vendor lock-in, licensing fees, and painting a picture of a utopian ecosystem. However, even within an open source community project like OpenStack, not all of your commercial options are open. In this talk, we'll examine the complexities, risks and challenges to consider before making your decision.
