Cloud Computing

Cloud computing is a data center hosted on the internet to store, manage, and process data, instead of using your local computer

Cloud storage is the storing of your digital files on secure remote servers

Examples of Cloud storage providers

1. Google Drive
2. Drop Box
3. Microsoft OneDrive
4. Apple iCloud

Advantages of cloud storage

1. You can access your files from any device, anywhere in the world as long as you have an internet connection
2. It is a secure backup
3. You can easily share large files or folders with other people
4. It frees up space on your phone or computer

Disadvantages

1. You must have an internet connection to access your file
2. The cloud provider could be hacked
3. The company that owns the server technically has access to your files
4. You must protect your cloud storage account with a strong password and Two-factor Authentication(2FA) if possible.