Cloud Storage

Cloud Storage

1. Key terms.

   • A server is a computer that delivers data between computers that are in a local network.
   • Downloading a document means that you can use that file when not connected to the internet.
   • Uploading a document means that it can be accessed by you. Your device has to be connected to the internet.
   • Synchronising is when files held on two devices are updated to make sure that the two devices have the same content.

2. What is cloud storage?

   • The files are stored on servers so that they can be accessed via the internet.
   • When you want to access the media, the data is downloaded or streamed to the device you want to use it on.
   • Data on your device can also be uploaded to the cloud.

3. Features and usage

   • Users can choose to pay for more storage
   • The alternative to using an online service from your phone provider is to use other services provided by third parties.
   • Cloud storage is useful for storing backups of your files
   • You can also synchronise with the cloud. For example you could sync the photo library on your iPhone with the iCloud

4. What is scalability?

   • Users have to option to change the amount of storage they can access and use

5. When is cloud storage available?

   • If the connection is broken access will be terminated
   • The connection speed will impact the speed at which files upload or download
   • If there is a suitable connection then you can access files 24/7

6. Advantages and Disadvantages

   • You can access your data from any device
   • It is scalable this means you can purchase more storage
   • You need a network connection to access data
   • You have no control where or how your data is stored

7. How does cloud storage help users complete tasks?

   • The main benefit of cloud storage is that data can be used anywhere

8. Data being stored in other countries

   • Your data is protected in the UK and EU under the General data protection your data is protected if it Is in the US