What is cloud computing? List its advantages and disadvantages.

What is cloud computing?

Definitions of cloud computing:

Cloud computing, often referred to as simply "the cloud" is the delivery of on-demand computing resources everything from applications to data centers over the internet on a pay-for-use.

Cloud computing is typically defined as a type of computing that relies on sharing computing resources rather than having local servers or personal devices to handle applications.

 

Advantages of cloud computing:

•  Environment friendly
•  Backup and recovery
•  Rapid development
•  more flexible Infinite storage
•  Improve performance
•  Lower software cost
•  Fewer maintenance issue
•  Instant software update
•  Increased data safety

Disadvantages of cloud computing:

•  Internet Connectivity
•  Lower Bandwidth
•  Lack of support
•  Security issue
•  Internet-dependent
•  Migration challenges
•  Fixed contracts