The concept of the cloud has became very popular. In the computing world “cloud” means a cluster of computers used for sharing and handling information. Also, resources can be shared via the cloud rather than using PCs or laptops so it allows us to create a virtual office to connect from anywhere and anytime.
Why to choose the cloud?
When services are required on demand, we have to analyze those demands in detail to keep up with the expectations.
Let’s assume I’m a developer and I need a platform to develop my application. If I’m about to use a software for that purpose, I will be required to purchase it for use. But cloud services work differently. If I decide to go cloud, rather than purchasing an expensive system platform, I need to pay only for used resources because cloud services are pay per use service. Thus when we move to cloud, we can reduce the cost of managing and maintaining our system.
Why to choose cloud for storing data?
In cloud storage services, data is backed up and managed remotely. It allows the user to store files online so that the user can access the data from any location via the internet. One of the best things about cloud storage is flexibility. It provides sync across devices to share and access data.
The cloud provides more storage space at an affordable price thereby reducing the cost associated with traditional backup methods. Many of the providers allow the user to store (backup) their data to the cloud securely. Providers handle the necessary, regarding the management of resources. That is the reason today many organizations in the IT environment are moving to the cloud for storing their information.
Out of the advantages above, comes the important of all. Every country has a set of rules for data security and cloud storage services like Azure need to be in compliance in order to maintain backup security. Amazon has a list of compliance guidelines to support backup for a wide range of countries: http://aws.amazon.com/compliance/
Cloud storage makes your workload and cost expense lighter than ever and also comes in handy with solid security promised. So why stay behind? Think cloud, think online backup.
