11. Computer Basics: What Is the Cloud?
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What is the primary advantage of storing files in the cloud?

  • Access to files from anywhere, on any device with an internet connection (correct)
  • Improved security against viruses and malware
  • Increased storage capacity on the local device
  • Faster processing power for resource-intensive applications

What type of apps run inside a computer's web browser?

  • Mobile apps
  • Desktop apps
  • Web apps (correct)
  • Cloud-based apps

What is a benefit of using cloud-based backup services?

  • Increased storage capacity on the local device
  • Easy transfer of backup files to another device (correct)
  • Reduced internet connectivity requirements
  • Automatic backup of files to local storage

What is an example of a cloud-based app?

<p>Google Docs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of storing files in the cloud?

<p>Protection of files from accidents, viruses, and other disasters (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of cloud-based apps?

<p>Can be installed on mobile devices and accessed through a web browser (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an advantage of using cloud storage?

<p>No need to worry about losing files to a computer malfunction or physical disaster (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key benefit of using cloud-based apps?

<p>Seamless collaboration and instant sharing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of cloud storage?

<p>Faster internet connectivity speeds (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of cloud-based backup services?

<p>Automatic backup of entire devices (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of cloud storage?

<p>Accessibility of files from any device with an internet connection (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of using cloud-based apps on mobile devices?

<p>Access to cloud-based apps on-the-go (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

What is Cloud Storage?

  • Storing files in the cloud means saving them on internet servers instead of on a computer
  • It's like having an extra hard drive that can be accessed anytime from any device with an internet connection

Cloud-Based Apps

  • Apps that run inside a computer's web browser are called Web apps
  • Some cloud-based apps can also be installed on mobile devices
  • Examples of cloud-based apps include Google Docs, Google Photos, and Dropbox

Benefits of Cloud Storage

  • Access files from anywhere, on any device with an internet connection
  • Can take photos or create files on one device and access them on another
  • Can work on a document remotely and share it instantly with others
  • Protects files from accidents, viruses, and other disasters

Cloud-Based Backup Services

  • Services like iDrive and Back Blaze automatically back up the contents of a computer
  • These services store the most recent versions of files in secure online servers
  • Can easily transfer backup files from the cloud to another device if needed

Advantages of Cloud Storage

  • No need to worry about losing files to a computer malfunction or physical disaster
  • Provides a safety net for important files, such as photos, music, and documents

Cloud Storage

  • Storing files on internet servers instead of on a computer, like an extra hard drive accessible from any device with an internet connection.

Cloud-Based Apps

  • Run inside a computer's web browser, called Web apps.
  • Can be installed on mobile devices.
  • Examples: Google Docs, Google Photos, and Dropbox.

Benefits of Cloud Storage

  • Access files from anywhere, on any device with internet connection.
  • Take photos or create files on one device and access them on another.
  • Work on a document remotely and share it instantly with others.
  • Protect files from accidents, viruses, and disasters.

Cloud-Based Backup Services

  • Automatically back up computer contents, e.g., iDrive and Back Blaze.
  • Store most recent file versions in secure online servers.
  • Easily transfer backup files from the cloud to another device if needed.

Advantages of Cloud Storage

  • No risk of losing files to computer malfunction or physical disaster.
  • Provides a safety net for important files, such as photos, music, and documents.

Cloud Storage

  • Storing files on internet servers instead of on a computer, like an extra hard drive accessible from any device with an internet connection.

Cloud-Based Apps

  • Run inside a computer's web browser, called Web apps.
  • Can be installed on mobile devices.
  • Examples: Google Docs, Google Photos, and Dropbox.

Benefits of Cloud Storage

  • Access files from anywhere, on any device with internet connection.
  • Take photos or create files on one device and access them on another.
  • Work on a document remotely and share it instantly with others.
  • Protect files from accidents, viruses, and disasters.

Cloud-Based Backup Services

  • Automatically back up computer contents, e.g., iDrive and Back Blaze.
  • Store most recent file versions in secure online servers.
  • Easily transfer backup files from the cloud to another device if needed.

Advantages of Cloud Storage

  • No risk of losing files to computer malfunction or physical disaster.
  • Provides a safety net for important files, such as photos, music, and documents.

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