Cloud Storage and Cloud Computing Flashcards

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Cloud Storage

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A method of storage where data is stored on remote servers, rather than on the user’s local computer or in an organisation’s own data centre

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Cloud Computing

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Software is stored on remote servers and accessed by user’s via their browser

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Cloud Storage- Personal Use

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Storing files such as photos and videos online, so they are synced and accessible on the user’s device

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Cloud Storage- Professional Use

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Storing off-site backups of business data, to allow recovery in case of loss of data
Accessing business documents while working off-site

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Cloud Computing- Personal Use

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-Accessing graphics editing software, email and home office software on a variety of home computing devices

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Cloud Computing- Professional Use

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-Accessing office applications and email without having to install the software on all workstations

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Cloud Storage/Computing AD

Personal Use

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  • Data can be accessed on the wide variety of devices used in the home
  • Software with specification requirements that are too high for a home computer can be easily accessed through cloud computing
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Cloud Storage/Computing DIS

Personal Use

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  • Cloud storage and computing can make heavy use of bandwidth
  • Hackers could access and misuse personal photos or videos on the cloud storage servers
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Cloud Storage/Computing AD

Professional Use

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  • Off-site backups are more physically secure (e.g safe from fire)
  • A business can subscribe and unsubscribe to software according to changing needs
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Cloud Storage/Computing DIS

Professional Use

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  • Organisations have no control over the security of their backups, as that is controlled by the cloud storage company
  • Software is inaccessible if there is a network outage
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