features of online systems

Question 1

what is cloud storage

Answer 1

• method of storage where data is stored on remote servers than on local computer

Question 2

what is cloud computing

Answer 2

• software that is stored on remote servers and accessed by users via browser

Question 3

cloud storage personal use

Answer 3

• storing files e.g. photos and video online so they are synced and accessible to all user’s devices

Question 4

cloud storage professional use

Answer 4

• storing off site back ups of business data, to allow recovery in case of loss of data
• accessing business documents while working off site

Question 5

cloud computing personal use

Answer 5

• accessing graphics, editing software, email on a variety of home computing devices

Question 6

cloud computing professional use

Answer 6

• accessing office applications and email without having to install the software on all work stations

Question 7

impact of cloud storage and computing on individuals

Answer 7

+ data can be accessed on wide variety of devices in the home
+ software with specification requirements that are too high for home computer can be accessed through cloud computing

• cloud storage and computing use heavy bandwidth
• hackers can access and misuse personal photos/videos on cloud storage devices

Question 8

impact of cloud storage and computing on organisations

Answer 8

+ off site backups are more physically secure (fire)
- save money as IT staff isn’t needed to manage software installations

• no control over security backups because it is controlled by cloud storage companies
• privacy concerns who can access data in storage company