Thursday, October 13, 2011

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Cloud Computing: Adavantages and Disadvantages

Cloud computing is a service that computing power to clients on an as needed basis. A more detailed explanation of cloud-based copmuting can be found here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cloud_computing.
Advantages of cloud computing:
  • Access to costly software
  • Virtually unlimited storagae space
  • Automation of tasks
  • Time saving
  • Cost effective
Disadvantages of cloud computing:
  • Unproven results
  • Lack of control on the part of clients
  • Lack of trust
  • Very few providers
  • Security concerns