Cloud Storage

Cloud Storage

1. KEY TERMS

   • Servers: The files are sorted onto servers, so they can be accessed on the internet
   • Downloading: when you access the media, the data is downloaded or streamed on the device you want to use. It remains in the file on the cloud until you delete it
   • Uploading: Data on your device can be uploaded to the cloud
   • Synchronise: you can synchronise with the cloud. you could sync the photo library on your iPhone with the iCloud so that the phone is backed up

2. Cloud Storage is where files created and used on one or more computer or devices are stored and managed remotely.

3. features and usages

   • users can choose to pay for more storage
   • The alternative to using an Online service from your phon phone provider is to use other services provided by the third parties
   • useful for storing back ups of files

4. Scalability:Users have the option to change the amount of storage they can access and use. If you need more you can rent additional space, you can also reduce space and save money.

5. Cloud storage is available if there is an internet connection, if it loses connection access will be terminated

6. The EU has released a list of countries outside the EU that it will consider to provide protection for your data.

7. if there is a sutiable connection, data and files can be accessed 24/7. the speed of the connection will also impact the speed at whichfiles upload, download or stream.