DevOps & CloudBeginner
On-premise
PronunciationON-PREM-iss
Definition
On-premise refers to software or infrastructure that is installed and run on computers located within the premises of the organization using the software, rather than at a remote facility like a cloud provider.
Where you hear it
During infrastructure planning, migration discussions, or when evaluating security and data sovereignty requirements.
Examples
We need to maintain our database on-premise for strict regulatory compliance.
The legacy application is hosted on-premise in our local data center.
Common mistake
Confusing it with "private cloud"; while they share similarities in control, on-premise specifically implies physical ownership and management of the hardware on-site.