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Cloud Storage

Cloud storage is internet-based storage that allows access from any device and is safer than normal storage, which is limited to one device. Popular services include Google Drive, iCloud, Dropbox, and OneDrive, which operate by uploading files to secure data centers with encryption and redundancy. Users are advised to utilize cloud storage for backups and file sharing while following security tips like using strong passwords and enabling two-factor authentication.

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Cloud Storage

Cloud storage is internet-based storage that allows access from any device and is safer than normal storage, which is limited to one device. Popular services include Google Drive, iCloud, Dropbox, and OneDrive, which operate by uploading files to secure data centers with encryption and redundancy. Users are advised to utilize cloud storage for backups and file sharing while following security tips like using strong passwords and enabling two-factor authentication.

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Cloud Storage

What is Cloud Storage?

The "cloud" is just internet storage - like a virtual hard drive you can access anywhere.

Cloud vs Normal Storage

Normal Storage Cloud Storage

On your device On internet servers

Only available on one Access from any

device device

Can be lost if device breaks Safe if device breaks

Popular Cloud Services

●​ Google Drive (15GB free)


●​ iCloud (Apple devices)
●​ Dropbox (easy file sharing)
●​ OneDrive (Microsoft Office)

How Cloud Storage Works

It's simpler than you think!

The Storage Process


1.​ You upload a file (photo, document)
2.​ It gets copied to a secure data center
3.​ You can access it from your phone, laptop, etc.
4.​ Changes sync automatically

Behind the Scenes

●​ Data Centers: Buildings full of servers


●​ Encryption: Files are scrambled for security
●​ Redundancy: Multiple copies prevent loss

Using Cloud Storage Wisely

Get the most from cloud storage safely:

Best Uses

●​ Photo backups (never lose memories)


●​ Work documents (access anywhere)
●​ File sharing (no email attachments)

Security Tips

●​ Use strong passwords


●​ Enable two-factor authentication
●​ Don't store extremely sensitive data

Future of Cloud

●​ More free storage offers


●​ Faster sync speeds
●​ AI organizing your files automatically

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