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6 Cloud Computing
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What Is Cloud Computing? How Does Cloud Computing Work?
Cloud Storage Service Providers Storing Data Using Cloud Computing
Sharing Files File Shared with You
Types of Cloud Services
WHAT IS CLOUD COMPUTING?
In computers, we use the term cloud to represent a
network or internet. The term cloud is used for various
services like storage, servers, etc. Cloud computing is an
Internet-based service that helps users get the shared
resources, software, and information over a network on
demand. It also helps users to store and access the data
and services. It is not required to install all the software
or resources for accessing them. We can use these services directly through remote server and
web-based applications. The information and data can be accessed from anywhere at anytime.
BENEFITS OF CLOUD COMPUTING
Following are some benefits of cloud computing:
Easy Accessibility: Cloud services are available and accessible globally to everyone who has
a computer or any device with an Internet connection. There is no specialised hardware or
software required.
Cost Effective: One has to pay minimal or no subscription charges to avail the services. It saves
us from buying expensive specialised hardware or software.
Flexibility: The services provided by cloud computing are available 24 hours of the day and
seven days a week, and can also allow us to increase and decrease computing needs, hence,
providing users with the flexibility to work as per their requirement.
Shares Workload with User: The user’s computer is not burdened with different types of
software and programs, and the space required for software is lifted off the user’s memory.
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