Ict Gwilliam Test

Ict Gwilliam Test

1. Cloud Computing

   • What is Cloud computing?
     • Using computer services from a host- known as the hosting companies
   • Gimme some examples!
     • Icloud
     • Google
     • Microsoft
     • Amazon
   • Advantages?
     • Only have to pay for the storage you've used
     • Don't have to pay for the maintenance of the cloud
     • Data and files available anywhere as long as there's an internet connection
   • Disadvantages?
     • Host may not have latest fastest and most secure software installed
     • You have no control over files being stored by the host
     • Speed of retrieving data may be slower than on a local database

2. Online communication

   • Advantages
     • Instant messaging to people at remote locations
     • Socialising
     • No additional cost to your broadband fees
   • Examples
     • Email
     • Messaging
     • Social networks
     • Confrencing
     • Blogs
     • Vlogs
     • News groups
   • Example uses

3. Real-time information

   • Examples
   • Advantages