cloud storage

cloud storage

1. key terms

   • server
     • A server is a computer manages lots of processing requests, delivering data between machines that are local network
   • downloading
     • downloading a document or file to your computer or device means it can be used when you are not connected to the internet
   • uploading
     • uploading a document or file to the server means it can be accessed by you, although your device will need to be connected to the internet
   • synchronising
     • synchronising is when files held on two devices are updated to make sure that both devices have the same control

2. what is cloud storage?

   • cloud storage is where files created and used on one or more computers or devices are stored and managed remotely

3. Features and Usage

   • internet service providers often give users a cloud storage allocation as part of their phone or tablet contract
     • EG you could sync the photo library on your iPhone with the iCloud so that photos are backed up and can be accessed from any device

4. scalability

   • users have the options to change the amount of storage they can access an use. this is one of key benefits of storing data in the cloud .

5. when is cloud storage available?

   • files and media stored in the cloud can only be accessed when there is an internet connection

6. Data being stored in other countries

   • the EU that it considers provide adequate protection for your data- for example, Andorra, Argentina, Canada, new Zealand and Switzerland

7. Advantages

   • data can be accessed from anywhere
     • scalable so you can purchase more spacr
       • security and data are managed by cloud storage provider

8. disadvantages

   • cant be used without the internet
     • some offer limited space
       • you have no control over your data