Cloud computing has become a buzzword in recent times similar to what internet was a decade ago. Businesses large and small are jumping on that bandwagon like there is no tomorrow. The IT service providers are also moving at a rapid pace to develop the cloud computing functionality and offer it at the lowest possible price to their customers. But is cloud computing all the hype without any substance. Looking at the adoption by businesses it doesn’t appear to be. Sure there are pros and cons of using cloud based system over tradition IT infrastructure. Below we explain what they are and how you can take advantage of the latest phenomenon known as cloud.
Pros of Cloud Computing
Environment Friendly
Moving your business to the cloud is cost effective for many reasons, but if you want to help planet Earth while you’re there, it takes less resources to compute information. When servers are not used, the infrastructure will usually scale down, consuming less power and energy and therefore reduces your carbon footprint.
More Storage Space
In comparison to a personal computer, the cloud can store much more data, eliminating worries about running out of storage space and at the same time spares businesses the need to keep upgrading their computer hardware with every new operating system that comes by, further reducing the overall I.T. cost.
Reduced Cost
As well as reducing the cost of the hardware, integrating the system is easier, such as introducing new members to the cloud and therefore reducing waiting times and making the business more cost effective. In an article titled “Your Fancy New Car is About as Useful as Your Corporate Data Center”, Mark Hurd describes how he believes that all development testing will move to the cloud within 10 years and reduce waiting times further.
Document Recovery
The cloud is an instant document recovery tool, as there is no physical system for information to be stored on, and cloud service suppliers offer flexible backup and recovery options.
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