Cloud computing got you perplexed? You’re not alone. Most of us talk about ‘the cloud’ without even realizing what it really means. We’re clearing the air on cloud computing and how it can benefit your business.
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We took to the streets of London, San Francisco, Wellington & Melbourne to ask people to share their thoughts on cloud computing. Here's a selection of what they had to say.
The cloud is where you put all your data, all your files and even your software so you can access it all from any computer or device, anywhere, anytime.
See the difference the cloud can make in how you work, bank, communicate, sell and buy.
Your financial data is only available at the bank.
Your financial data is available anytime, anywhere, on any device.
Your correspondence is only available at the post office.
Your email is available anytime, anywhere on any device.
Your files are only available at the office.
Your files are available anytime, anywhere on any device.
Your business is only open at limited times and places.
Your customers can shop anytime, anywhere on any device.
Music, movies, education, books, photos, accounting, payroll, taxes, healthcare...
All the necessities in life.
The cloud isn’t all rainbows and sunshine, we’re tackling the tough questions about cloud computing so you can be prepared before moving your business to the cloud.
Isn’t cloud computing just the internet?
You use the internet to connect your device to the cloud, but the internet is just the connection – the cloud is where your data lives.
Isn’t it possible to lose your data in the cloud?
Your data is actually much safer in the cloud than on your computer. Your computer can be stolen or corrupted quite easily, but cloud companies spend millions on systems and experts to protect your data.
Isn't ‘the cloud’ an Apple product?
Is ‘the cloud’ an Apple product?
Apple has a product called iCloud which uses cloud technology, but many other companies provide products in the cloud such as Google, Dropbox and Xero.
Aren't you stuck if the internet goes down?
These days the internet is like electricity, it’s very rare for it to go down and when it does you just have to wait a short time for it to be available again. In the meantime, all your data is safe in the cloud.
Isn't cloud computingjust a fad?
Isn't cloud computing just a fad?
The cloud has been around for years and it's only getting bigger. Internet banking started over 15 years ago.Now the technology is so fast and cheap that it’s being used for everything.
Isn’t cloud computing expensive?
It’s much cheaper because you only pay for what you use. You're not paying for endless upgrades, system maintenance, support fees or additional hardware like backup systems.
Don’t I lose controlof my data?
Don’t I lose control of my data?
You actually have much more control of your data, since you can access, share and work with your info, anywhere, anytime, on any device. You also control who has access – which you can revoke in an instant.
Isn’t the cloud onlyfor tech people?
Isn’t the cloud only for tech people?
The cloud is much easier for everyone – you just login and it works. Imagine: you don’t have to install files, worry about versions, or deal with patches and upgrades.Just login.
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