4.1 Cloud Storage Services Flashcards
What are cloud storage services?
Tools for storing, synchronizing, and delivering files efficiently across devices and locations.
What are examples of cloud storage applications?
Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive, iCloud.
How can users access files on cloud storage services?
Through web browsers or dedicated apps.
What is a key feature of cloud storage applications?
Free storage with upgrade options for higher capacities.
What does file synchronization do?
Syncs data across multiple devices using a single account.
What is an example of a file synchronization service?
Google Drive, which updates files across phones, tablets, and computers automatically.
What is a CDN (Content Delivery Network)?
A globally distributed network of servers that replicate files to reduce latency.
How do CDNs enhance user experience?
By serving files from the nearest server, minimizing delays.
What is an example of a CDN application?
Videos uploaded to a central server are copied to edge servers worldwide for faster streaming.
What is the advantage of CDNs for global users?
Optimized performance and improved accessibility by reducing latency.
How do cloud storage services benefit users?
By offering scalable, accessible, and synchronized storage across devices.
Why is file synchronization important?
It ensures that the latest version of files is accessible on all connected devices.
How do CDNs support video streaming?
By replicating videos to edge servers, enabling faster delivery to users.
What is the typical business model for cloud storage services?
Free storage with paid upgrades for additional capacity.
How do cloud storage apps improve collaboration?
By allowing shared access to synchronized and updated files in real time.
