Abstract:
Cloud computing currently plays a crucial role in the delivery of vital
information technology services. A unique aspect of cloud computing is the
cloud middleware and other related entities that support applications and
networks. A specific field of research may be considered, particularly as
regards cloud middleware and services at all levels, and thus needs analysis
and paper surveys to elucidate possible study limitations. The purpose of this
paper is to perform a systematic mapping for studies that capture cloud
computing middleware, stacks, tools and services. The methodology adopted
for this study is a systematic mapping review. The results showed that more
papers on the contribution facet were published with tool, model, method and
process having 18.10%, 13.79%, 6.03% and 8.62% respectively. In addition,
in terms of tool, evaluation and solution research had the largest number of
articles with 14.17% and 26.77% respectively. A striking feature of the
systemic map is the high number of articles in solution research with respect
to all aspects of the features applied in the studies. This study showed clearly
that there are gaps in cloud computing middleware and delivery services that
would interest researchers and industry professionals desirous of research in
this area.
