Cloud storage Flashcards
1
Q
What is cloud storage
A
Storing data at a remote location online
2
Q
When files and data are sent to the cloud
A
they are actually being sent to a server (or servers) connected to the internet.
3
Q
Examples of services with cloud storage
A
Dropbox, Google Drive, Amazon Drive, OneDrive, Box and iCloud
4
Q
In cloud storage users
A
pay for what they use.
5
Q
Advantages of cloud storage
A
Data can easily be accessed from anywhere (with internet connection)
The business running the cloud storage , manages backups and security
Additional storage can be added easily
6
Q
Disadvantages of cloud storage
A
Hackers
if internet connection fails, data cannot be accessed
It relies on other people correctly storing and backing up data
