--- title: What Is Serverless? description: What is serverless? 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Serverless computing is a type of approach to computing that will offload the responsibility of common tasks.   These common tasks are also known as infrastructure management tasks and can include things such as scheduling, scaling, provisioning, and patching to name a few.   These tasks are offloaded to [cloud providers](https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/overview/what-is-a-cloud-provider/).   This then allows engineers to focus their time on more important things such as business logic that's specific to their processes or tasks.   Watch our video: On-Premise vs. Cloud   Serverless computing is best understood through its handful of core attributes, or the server-less framework. These attributes help to distinguish serverless computing from other computing models.   The first attribute is that server-less computing requires no operation of infrastructure and management.   This helps to have developers focus more on the code of business logic.   The second attribute is that serverless runs on code only demand.   This is on a per-request basis which helps to scale the number of requests that are served.   Lastly, serverless computing helps to enable end-users and has them only pay for resources being used. ## Where Are the Servers At? When it comes to serverless computing there are actually [servers being](https://www.chartercollege.edu/news-hub/how-servers-work-not-complicated-you-think) used.   This is a big controversy since the name suggests otherwise.   Some will even go as far as to say that the name should be changed because it's misleading.   The name of serverless has reigned supreme because it's describing the end user's experience with the framework.   When technology is described as serverless it means that the management needs of the servers involved are invisible to the end-user, making the process truly seem serverless.   This means that servers are still very present in the process. It's just that users will not see them or interact with them at all.   Related Post: [What business owners should look for in cloud services](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/cloud-services) ## What Are the Pros of Serverless? There are many technical benefits when it comes to serverless computing. To keep this list concise we will be listing the top 4 pros of serverless computing.   The first pro is that it helps developers to focus more on their code. This means they will have less time put into infrastructure.   Second, serverless computing helps to be budget-friendly. This is because pricing is determined on a per-request basis.   So, this will allow users to just pay for what they're using.   Next, serverless computing is ideal for certain workloads like the ones that'll require you to do parallel processing. This is because serverless is faster and more cost-effective.   Lastly, the serverless application development platforms help to provide full visibility into the system. This even includes user end times. ## Now You Know About Serverless We have given you a quick crash course in serverless. From the pros and cons of the system to if it actually users servers or not, you're bound to be more educated on serverless computing so you can decide if it's the right choice for you.   For more technology tips and information be sure to check out the rest of [our website](https://envisionitsolutions.com/managed-it-services/). ![Kevin Gray](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/hubfs/kevin-author.jpg) ###### ABOUT THE AUTHOR | Kevin Gray Hello! I am the Managing Principal @ EnvisionIT Solutions. | Technology Expert | Author | Speaker | Small & Medium Business IT Support - We founded EnvisionIT Solutions in 2007 to provide IT services and support for business owners/CEOs who value the necessity of technology to drive their success and growth. 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