The Cloud

The Cloud

1. Cloud Services

   • Category that encompasses the myriad IT resources provided over the internet

2. Cloud Computing

   • General term for the delivery of hosted services over the internet

3. Cloud Applications

   • Software program where cloud-based and local components work together

4. Web Applications

   • Application program that is stored on a remote server and delivered over the internet through a browser interface

5. Disadvantages

   • When you move a file you can not change its location
   • Specific bandwidth allowances
   • No internet no cloud storage
   • For multiple devices to access one file they must all have service
   • Private files are able to be accessed by someone that is not the user

6. Advantages

   • Can move files from cloud to local storage
   • Send email to people of your choice
   • Internet files=access anywhere
   • Backup plan for businesses
   • Reduces anual operating costs

7. The Cloud

   • Software and services that run on the internet