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DISADVANTAGES OF CLOUD COMPUTING
There are many disadvantages of Cloud Computing. Some of them are as follows:
Internet Dependency: Cloud services require an Internet connection to function.
Storage Limits: Some services may have restrictions on storage space and speed.
Technical Support: Users rely on the provider for fixing technical issues.
Data Security: Trusting a third party with sensitive information can lead to security risks.
STORING DATA USING CLOUD COMPUTING
Cloud computing provides a facility to store, organise, and edit data
through the network. Data can also be shared with others using cloud
storage. There are many service providers that give the facility of
cloud storage. The most commonly used cloud storage applications
are Google Drive, OneDrive, Drop Box, etc. In this chapter, we will
discuss in detail about One Drive and how to upload and share data
through OneDrive.
Introducing OneDrive
OneDrive is a cloud storage facility offered by Microsoft. This service is available for free to all
users who have a Microsoft Account. It was launched on August 1, 2007. OneDrive lets users
store files and data on remote computers. These stored files can be synced with devices and
shared with other users. OneDrive is a part of cloud computing. It gives users the option to
access their files through various apps on Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS operating systems.
It offers different storage plans to users as per their requirements. It provides 5 GB of storage
free of cost, but more than 5 GB can be taken on a monthly or yearly payment system. It is also
known as SkyDrive.
Windows 11 users have OneDrive pre-installed as an inbuilt feature on their computer. To use
the services of OneDrive, you must have Microsoft's account.
Accessing OneDrive using App
The steps to access the OneDrive using app are as follows:
2 Click on the All apps
button and select the
OneDrive app.
1 Click on the
Start button.
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