Cloud computing means using internet-based services to store data, run applications, and manage resources instead of using your own computer or local server.
In simple words:
👉 Cloud computing = Storing and accessing data and programs over the internet instead of your computer’s hard drive.
You don’t need to buy expensive servers or install heavy software. Everything runs online.
We use cloud computing almost every day without realizing it. Let’s see some common examples:
When you upload photos, documents, or videos to Google Drive, they are not saved on your computer.
They are stored on Google’s cloud servers, and you can access them anytime, from any device.
When you send or receive emails on Gmail, your emails are stored on Google’s servers in the cloud.
You don’t need to install any email software.
When you watch movies on Netflix, the videos are not stored on your phone or laptop.
Netflix streams the content from its cloud servers through the internet.
👉 So whenever you use online services like these, you are using cloud computing.
Today, most companies prefer cloud computing because it gives many benefits:
Companies don’t need to buy expensive servers or hardware.
They pay only for what they use.
Employees can work from anywhere using the internet.
If a company needs more storage or power, it can increase it instantly.
Cloud providers offer automatic backups and strong security systems.
New applications and websites can be launched quickly.
Cloud services can be accessed from a large network of devices like mobile phones, laptops, tablets, and desktops.
It supports multiple users at the same time from different locations around the world.
