computing

computing

1. types of service

   • storage
     • allowing your data to be stored on the host's server's
   • infrastructure
     • you can pay to use the hosts hardware
   • software
     • you care pay to use the software remotely
   • proccessing
     • being able to run complicated programs remotely

2. advantages

   • It is easy to increase the amount of storage or infrastructure available
   • Security and backups are managed by the host company
   • Cloud software is updated automatically
   • Services such as storage and software can be accessed on any device that has an internet connection

3. disadvantages

   • You must have an internet connection to access the stored data, processing power, software or infrastructure that you would like to use
   • Cloud storage can be vulnerable to hacking
   • You are dependant on the host company for providing security and backups
   • Cloud computing services such as storage, software, processing and infrastructure can be expensive