Applications of

Cloud
Computing
1) Cloud Storage and Cloud Backup:
• Cloud Storage: Keeps your files accessible from any device.
Services like Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive offer to
keep your files in cloud.
• Cloud Backup: Automatically saves copies of your files for
safety. Service like Back blaze or Carbonite, they will
automatically make copies of your document and store them
in the cloud
 Backing up your
life(Literally)

CLOUD
STORAGE
2) Wallet of Digital Currencies:

• Digital Wallet: Holds your digital money in an

app. Example: CoinBase, PayPal, Airtm, Binance
etc.

• Cloud Computing: Ensures your digital wallet is

accessible and secure.
Keeping your digital gold
safe

CRYPTO
WALLET
3) Streaming Services:
• Provide instant access to movies, music, and videos. Streaming
services like Netflix, Spotify, and YouTube allow you to watch
movies, listen to music, or watch videos directly from the
internet without downloading them to your device.

• Cloud Computing: Delivers content in real-time from servers in

the cloud.
STREAMING
SERVICES

The ultimate
couch potato life
4) Cloud Gaming:
• Cloud gaming allows you to play video games without
needing a powerful gaming console or high-end computer.
Instead, the games run on powerful servers in data centers,
and you stream them to your device over the internet.

• Cloud computing provides the infrastructure and resources

to run the games on these servers, so you can play them on
various devices, like smartphones, tablets, or even smart
TVs.
Your Console is now in
the cloud

CLOUD
GAMING
5) Data Analytics:
• Data analytics involves examining large sets of data to find
patterns, trends, and insights that help in making better
decisions. Example: Trading View ,MetaTrader 4 or 5 etc.

• Cloud computing makes data analytics more accessible and

powerful by providing the tools and resources needed to
process and analyse large amounts of data quickly and
efficiently.
DATA
ANALYTICS

Finding patterns in
Chaos!
6) Collabrating Tools:
• Help people work together and communicate online.
Example: Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Skype etc.

• Cloud Computing: Stores software and data on remote

servers for real-time access and collaboration.
C LO U D
C O L L A BO RAT I O N S

Virtual meeting
7) Cloud Mining:
• Cloud mining allows you to mine cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin
without needing to buy and maintain expensive hardware.

• Instead, you rent mining power from a cloud mining service

that has the necessary equipment and resources.
 CLOUD MINING

Let's mine some coins without leaving the couch

8) Iot in cloud:
• IoT refers to the network of physical devices (like smart home
gadgets, wearable devices, and industrial sensors) that are
connected to the internet, collecting and sharing data.

• Cloud computing provides the infrastructure to store,

process, and analyse this data, making IoT applications more
efficient and powerful.
IOT in cloud
Turn your house into a Smart Party
Contest
ADVANTAGES OF CLOUD COMPUTING
1) Cost Savings:

• No Upfront Hardware Costs:

• Rent Instead of Buy: You don’t need to buy expensive servers or
hardware. Instead, you rent the computing resources you need from
cloud providers. This significantly reduces the initial costs and
eliminates the need for maintenance and upgrades.
• Pay-as-You-Go:
• Flexible Billing: With cloud computing, you only pay for the
resources you use. If your needs change, you can easily scale up or
down, ensuring you’re not paying for unused capacity. This model
allows businesses to manage their IT budgets more effectively and
avoid unexpected expenses.
 2) Scalability:
• Easily Scale Resources:
• Flexible Adjustment: Quickly scale up or down to handle
changes in demand, ensuring your applications perform
efficiently during peak and off-peak times.
• Flexible Capacity:
• Adapt to Needs: Adjust capacity easily to meet current
requirements without overprovisioning, optimizing resource
usage and cost.
3) Accessibility:

• Access Anywhere, Anytime:

• Remote Access: Cloud services are accessible from any
device with an internet connection, enabling remote work
and collaboration.
• Collaborative Tools:
• Real-Time Collaboration: Teams can work together in real-
time, regardless of their location, using cloud-based
collaboration tools like Google Docs and Microsoft Teams.
4)Security:
• Data Encryption: Protects your data both in transit and at rest, ensuring
unauthorized users cannot access it.
• Multi-Factor Authentication: Adds an extra layer of security beyond
just a password, making it harder for unauthorized users to gain access.
• Regular Security Updates: Cloud providers continuously update their
security protocols to protect against new threats.
5) Performance

• High Availability: Cloud providers offer high

availability and uptime, ensuring that your services
and applications are always accessible.
• Global Reach: Data centers worldwide provide low-
latency access to your applications and data.
DISADVANTAGE OF CLOUD
COMPUTING
1) Downtime
• Cloud computing services rely on internet connectivity. If your
internet connection is slow, unstable, or if there's an outage
from your cloud service provider, it can result in significant
downtime. This downtime can disrupt access to critical
services and data, affecting productivity and operations. For
businesses that rely heavily on cloud services, even a short
period of downtime can lead to substantial financial losses
and damage to their reputation.
• Additionally, internet outages can be unpredictable and may
take time to resolve, further exacerbating the problem.
2) Security and Privacy Concerns

• Storing sensitive data in the cloud means trusting a third-

party provider with your information. This raises concerns
about data security and privacy, as cloud environments can
be attractive targets for cyberattacks. Despite advanced
security measures implemented by cloud providers, data
breaches and unauthorized access can still occur. Businesses
must ensure that their data is protected with robust
encryption and access controls.
• Additionally, compliance with various data protection
regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) can be complex when data is
stored across different jurisdictions, adding another layer of
risk and complexity.
3) Limited Control:
• When using cloud services, users have less control over the
infrastructure and software compared to on-premises solutions. This can
limit customization options and may require businesses to adapt to the
provider's configurations and updates. For example, cloud providers may
schedule maintenance or updates that could impact the availability or
performance of services.
• Furthermore, businesses may face challenges in integrating cloud
services with their existing systems. There's also the risk of vendor lock-
in, where switching to a different cloud provider can be difficult and
costly due to proprietary technologies and data migration complexities.
4) Costs:
• While cloud computing can be cost-effective in the short term, there
are potential long-term cost implications that businesses need to
consider. Unexpected usage spikes, additional services, and data
transfer costs can lead to higher-than-expected bills. Over time, the
cumulative costs of cloud services may surpass the investment
required for on-premises infrastructure, especially for businesses with
predictable and stable workloads. Effective cost management and
monitoring are essential to ensure that cloud services remain
financially viable.
• Additionally, businesses need to be aware of potential hidden costs,
such as data egress fees and charges for premium support.
5) Performance Issue:
• The performance of cloud-based applications can be affected by factors
such as latency and bandwidth limitations. Latency refers to the delay
between a user's action and the response from the cloud service, which
can impact the user experience, especially for real-time applications like
video conferencing and online gaming. The physical distance between
data centers and users can contribute to higher latency.
• Bandwidth limitations can also slow down data transfer, particularly when
moving large amounts of data to and from the cloud. Businesses need to
assess their performance requirements and choose cloud providers with
data centers located strategically to minimize latency and ensure optimal
performance.
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