using online services Flashcards
1
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consideration when switching to online systems; security
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- data is accessible over internet (potentially to hackers) and have little control over security procedures
- important to chose company that implements high security protocols
2
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consideration when switching to online systems; cost
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- some are free of charge to a certain storage limit but some have monthly fees for businesses
- free services e.g. Google Drive
3
Q
consideration when switching to online systems; ease of use
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- most sync data with your computer which allows you to access cloud files using the same interface
4
Q
consideration when switching to online systems; features
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- sometimes cloud software has fewer features
5
Q
consideration when switching to online systems; connectivity
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- they require internet connection to access the services
- so may be limited if internet connection is slow or limited data
6
Q
remote working
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- online systems allow people working from home to access network if the organisation they work for;
- VPN; allows secure connection to be made to organisation’s network over internet
- remote desktop technology; fix computer problems remotely
7
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remote desktop technology
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- allows user to log in to use their work system from a remote device
