Compute Engine

Compute Engine is a cloud computing service that allows users to run virtual machines (VMs) on Google’s infrastructure. Think of it as renting powerful computers hosted in the cloud to run applications, store data, or perform calculations without needing physical hardware. Users can choose the amount of processing power, memory, and storage they need, scaling resources up or down based on demand. This flexibility is ideal for businesses that want to manage costs efficiently while ensuring they have the capacity to handle their workloads effectively, without the hassles of managing physical servers.