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                           Cloud Computing













                     Goal Glimpse

                         What is Cloud Computing?                        Benefits of Cloud Computing

                         Characteristics of Cloud Computing              Advantages of Cloud Computing
                         Disadvantages of Cloud Computing                Storing Data using Cloud Computing

                         Sharing Files                                   Files Shared with You
                         Other Cloud Storage Service Providers



                 Previously,  we  managed  and  stored  data  directly  on  our  computers,  and  we  had  to  install
                 software to use it. Now, thanks to advancements in Internet technologies, we can use computers
                 located far away to store and manage our data. We can also access various software programs
                 without needing to install them on our computers. We refer to this remarkable technology as
                 cloud computing.
                    WHAT IS CLOUD COMPUTING?


                 In computing, the term "cloud" refers to a network or the Internet. It is associated with a variety
                 of services, such as storage, servers, and more. Cloud computing is an Internet-based service that
                 allows users to access shared resources, software, and information over a network on demand. It
                 also enables users to store and retrieve data and services without the need to install all necessary
                 software or resources on their local devices. Remote servers and Web-based applications allow
                 direct access to these services. You can access data and information from any location at any
                 time, without worrying about maintenance costs.
                 Applications such as email and Web conferencing operate based on the principles of cloud
                 computing. Cloud computing enables users to share, create, open, and store data on remote
                 computers. Anyone with the appropriate access rights can access, view, share, and modify this
                 data from any location. The most popular and widely used cloud platforms include Google Drive,
                 OneDrive, and Dropbox.

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                   Services and solutions that are delivered and utilised in real-time over the Internet are known
                   as cloud services.




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