5.2 Describe trends in emerging, evolving, and future computer technology and their influence on IT practices. **Cloud Computing**
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What is the Cloud?
Today you will learn about cloud computing. In the simplest terms, cloud computing means storing and accessing data and programs over the Internet instead of your computer's hard drive.
Here are some links to some common cloud storage services that are available:
PCMAG "Common Cloud Storage"
The Best Cloud Storage Solutions
Cloud Handout 1. Open the document (Cloud Handout) on the right. 2. Go to this website "GLC Cloud" read and answer the questions on the handout. 3. Save the document. We will work together to get logged into Office 365 and connect to Edmodo. 4. You will get with your partner and work on the cloud project in Part 2. (Wait for Instructions) |
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Part 2: Cloud Project
1. Determine who you want to work with and move to a computer beside that person. 2. You and your partner will choose three cloud services to compare. 3. Your group will create a chart comparing the services according to the guidelines listed in the file to the right "Cloud Comparison project". Here are some links to some common cloud storage services that are available: PCMAG "Common Cloud Storage" The Best Cloud Storage Solutions Cloud Services 2016 More Cloud Services **Research the Internet for more services |
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