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SaaS (Software as a Service)
SaaS delivers software via cloud subscription, accessed through web browsers without installation.
Definition
Software as a Service (SaaS) is a cloud computing model where software applications are hosted by a provider and accessed by customers via the internet, typically through a web browser. Key characteristics: (1) Subscription pricing (monthly/annual), (2) Multi-tenant architecture, (3) No installation or maintenance by customer, (4) Automatic updates, (5) API access for integration. Examples: Salesforce, Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Slack. The SaaS market is $200B+ globally, growing 18%/year. Harch Corp provides GPU cloud infrastructure for SaaS companies, especially AI-powered SaaS.
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Related Terms
B2B SaaS
B2B SaaS is software delivered as a service to business customers via cloud, billed by subscription.
Cloud Native
Cloud native is an approach to building and running applications that exploits cloud computing.
API (Application Programming Interface)
An API is a set of protocols allowing software components to communicate with each other.