05 Cloud Storage

What is cloud storage?

• A form of online storage that enables data to be stored and backed up over a network.

• A type of physical storage device like a hard drive.

• A method of storing data on CDs and DVDs.

• A way to store data on a local server.

Which of the following is a cloud storage provider?

• Google Drive

• USB Flash Drive

• External Hard Drive

• DVD

What is an advantage of cloud storage?

• Data is backed up frequently and easy to recover.

• Data is stored on physical devices you own.

• Data is only accessible from one location.

• Data is never backed up.

What is a disadvantage of cloud storage?

• Data is held offsite by a company you do not control.

• Data is always stored locally.

• Data is never accessible remotely.

• Data is always free to store.

Which of the following organizations might use cloud storage?

• E-mail services

• Local libraries

• Home users with no internet

• Small offline businesses

What happens if your internet connection fails when using cloud storage?

• You lose access to remotely stored data.

• Your data is automatically deleted.

• Your data is transferred to a local device.

• Your data becomes corrupted.

How can you extend the amount of available storage in cloud storage?

• By varying how much you pay.

• By buying more physical devices.

• By deleting old files.

• By compressing data.

Which of the following is NOT a cloud storage provider?

• Dropbox

• Microsoft OneDrive

• iCloud

• External Hard Drive

What is a challenge when migrating data to another cloud provider?

• It is difficult to migrate data.

• It is free and easy.

• It requires no internet connection.

• It is done automatically.

Where can you access your data if it is stored in the cloud?

• Anywhere with internet access.

• Only at home.

• Only at work.

• Only in the country where the data is stored.