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What Is A Cloud Storage?

This document defines and explains cloud storage. It begins by stating that cloud storage allows secure online storage and access of data from any location. It then discusses how both individuals and businesses use free and paid cloud storage services like Google Drive and Dropbox. The document outlines some key pros and cons of cloud storage, such as off-site management but also security concerns. It emphasizes that cloud storage can improve security when used by businesses rather than personal accounts. Overall, the document provides a high-level overview of cloud storage, its uses, and some important considerations regarding security and other factors.

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What Is A Cloud Storage?

This document defines and explains cloud storage. It begins by stating that cloud storage allows secure online storage and access of data from any location. It then discusses how both individuals and businesses use free and paid cloud storage services like Google Drive and Dropbox. The document outlines some key pros and cons of cloud storage, such as off-site management but also security concerns. It emphasizes that cloud storage can improve security when used by businesses rather than personal accounts. Overall, the document provides a high-level overview of cloud storage, its uses, and some important considerations regarding security and other factors.

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October 2022

What is a
cloud storage?
«Information and Communication
Technologies»

AIGANYM SADVOKASSOVA ]
Outline

-WHAT IS CLOUD STORAGE?


CLOUD STORAGE EXPLAINED
PROS AND CONS
CLOUD STORAGE SECURITY

Cloud Storage
Cloud storage is a way for businesses and consumers to
save data securely online so that it can be accessed
anytime from any location and easily shared with those
who are granted permission. Cloud storage also offers
a way to back up data to facilitate recovery off-site.

Today, individuals have access to several free cloud


computing services such as Google drive, Dropbox, and
Box, which all come with upgraded subscription
packages that offer larger storage sizes and additional
cloud services.
Cloud storage allows individuals and businesses
to store and retrieve computer files via an
internet-connected device.
Cloud storage has grown increasingly popular
among individuals who need larger storage space
and for businesses seeking an efficient off-site
data back-up solution.
Because of cloud storage's increasing popularity
and use, cloud security has become a major
concern to protect data integrity, prevent
hacking attempts, and avoid file or identity theft.
Cloud Storage Explained

offers a simple way to store and/or move data in a secure and


safe manner
allows individuals and businesses to keep their files stored with
the cloud services provider for on-demand access on any of
their devices
can also be used to archive data that requires long-term
storage but does not need to be accessed frequently, such as
certain financial records. Increasingly, files stored "in the cloud"
are utilized for group collaboration
Cloud Storage Explained
It works by allowing a client computer, tablet, or smartphone to send and
retrieve files online to and from a remote data server. The same data is
usually stored on more than one server simultaneously so that clients can
always access their data even if one server is down or loses data. For
example, a laptop computer owner might store personal photos both on
her hard drive and in the cloud in case the laptop is stolen.

A cloud storage system can specialize in storing a particular type of data


such as digital photos or music files, or can provide for general storage of
any type of data such as photos, audio files, text documents,
presentations, and spreadsheets.
PROS CONS

Off-site management: Security:


Quick implementation: Administrative control:
Cost-effective: Latency:
Scalability: Regulatory compliance:
Business continuity:
Cloud Storage Security
While cloud storage may seem vulnerable due to the prevalence of hacking, the
alternatives, such as onsite storage, have security vulnerabilities, too.
Company-provided cloud storage can actually improve security by giving employees an
alternative to using their personal accounts to back up and transfer files that they need to
access outside the office.
A good cloud storage provider will have data redundancy, storing the same files in
multiple physical locations so that it survives any human errors, equipment failures, or
natural disasters. A reputable provider will also store and transmit data securely so that no
one can access it without permission.
Some users might also require that data be stored in such a way that it can only be read but
not changed; this feature, too, is available through cloud storage.
Refferences
HTTPS://WWW.IBM.COM/CLOUD/LEARN/CLOUD-
STORAGE
HTTPS://CLOUD.GOOGLE.COM/STORAGE/DOCS/INTRODU
CTION
HTTPS://AWS.AMAZON.COM/RU/WHAT-IS-CLOUD-
STORAGE/
HTTPS://WWW.TECHTARGET.COM/SEARCHSTORAGE/DEFI
NITION/CLOUD-STORAGE
HTTPS://WWW.INVESTOPEDIA.COM/TERMS/C/CLOUD-
STORAGE.ASP
HTTPS://WWW.SPICEWORKS.COM/TECH/CLOUD/ARTICLE
S/WHAT-IS-CLOUD-STORAGE/

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