If you need extra bandwidth, a cloud-based service can meet that demand instantly, rather than undergoing a complex (and
expensive) update to your IT infrastructure. Plain and simple, the cloud provides businesses more flexibility overall
versus hosting on a local server.
Cloud computing enables users to access data and programs over the internet instead of your computer’s hard drive. So,
you might ask how does that work?
Here are 5 keys to understanding the cloud, and how it works.
The majority of the storage and computing is managed by servers. This helps eliminate the need for upscale
devices like computers with greater hard drive space or memory. Advanced operations can be run on the
simplest
and budget-friendly machines.
Cloud redundancy means the data that’s stored in the cloud will get duplicated or backed up. You may ask
what’s
the difference? Duplicating your data allows you to store your information in a different location. Should a
natural disaster occur, your connection will switch to the next region to allow you to keep working with
very minimal downtime.
A backup is just what it is, a backup. If a similar situation mentioned above should happen or maybe a file
you
were working on gets corrupted, a backup allows you to restore the file to its working state.
Virtualization is software that creates a simulated computer that
behaves
as if it were a physical computer. The technical word for this is called Virtual Machine. Instead of using
one
physical server for a single task, leaving resources like hard drive space and memory unused, you can run
multiple servers, desktops, and applications. The benefits of this method are cost, reduced downtime, and
increased efficiency.
Flexibility allows users to be more flexible both in and out of the
workplace.
Users will be able to access files web-enabled device such as smartphones, laptops, and tablets. You can
simultaneously share documents and other files over the internet.
Cloud Security ensures your data and applications are readily available to
authorized users. It is recommended that you hire a CSP or MSP to handle security needs proactively. What to
look for in a CSP/MSP? Design to prevent data leakage, data encryption, strong authentication, integrated
security, threat detection and continuous compliance.
In a nutshell, accessing the cloud doesn’t need to work as hard. By hosting software, platforms, and
databases
remotely, the cloud servers free up the memory and computing power of an individual’s cellphone, servers,
desktops, laptops and tablets. Users can securely access the cloud services using credentials.
Interested in learning more about cloud services or if you’d like to speak to our in-house technician about
using cloud services at your business feel free to reach out.
