Whenever people ask me if I prefer Windows or Mac I typically answer Mac. But in the next 5 years the web browser may be the more important topic with Cloud Computing (CC) as a major factor.
What is it?
Wikipedia defines it as: CC is Internet ("cloud") based development and use of computer technology ("computing"). It is a style of computing in which typically real-time scalable resources are provided “as a service” over the Internet to users who need not have knowledge of, expertise in, or control over the technology infrastructure ("in the cloud") that supports them.
What is it?
Wikipedia defines it as: CC is Internet ("cloud") based development and use of computer technology ("computing"). It is a style of computing in which typically real-time scalable resources are provided “as a service” over the Internet to users who need not have knowledge of, expertise in, or control over the technology infrastructure ("in the cloud") that supports them.
You already use it!
CC is definitely the direction personal computing is heading. Actually it is already here and I bet you already use it. A few examples of CC are web mail, blogging services, YouTube, MobileMe, Twitter, Netflix live playback and Flickr to name a few. Basically anything that you use daily on your computer that wouldn't be lost if your computer broke. Soon all of your music, movies, pictures & documents will be stored on a remote server and you will have the ability to access those files anywhere as long as you have internet access.
Any down sides?
Of course as good as this sounds we all know that there will be some problems attached. Security is the biggest CC enemy. Currently your computer has a firewall and might be turned off most of the time. With CC your files are online so they are available 24/7. Only a username and password stand between a hacker and all of your files. Subscriptions will also be a huge part of CC so expect to pull out your credit card info and pay monthly.
What are the benefits?
CC will contribute to an overall more efficient/better computing experience for the general public (with internet access).
- Fewer viruses, less spyware or malware = better client CPU usage
- Application stability (efficient up to date patching & bug fixes)
- Less data loss (backing up is left to the pros)
- Mobile devices become smaller but have more access to files
- Accessibility (access your files anywhere through any computer)
- Cheaper computers (less storage hardware required)
- Splashtop type systems allowing you to boot up in seconds
I have no doubt that we will see the rise of CC in the next 5 years. Until then keep buying Macs and backing up your data. Oh and be sure to get into the habit of using hard passwords.
What are the benefits?
CC will contribute to an overall more efficient/better computing experience for the general public (with internet access).
- Fewer viruses, less spyware or malware = better client CPU usage
- Application stability (efficient up to date patching & bug fixes)
- Less data loss (backing up is left to the pros)
- Mobile devices become smaller but have more access to files
- Accessibility (access your files anywhere through any computer)
- Cheaper computers (less storage hardware required)
- Splashtop type systems allowing you to boot up in seconds
I have no doubt that we will see the rise of CC in the next 5 years. Until then keep buying Macs and backing up your data. Oh and be sure to get into the habit of using hard passwords.
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