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Cloud
Basics
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• What is the cloud?
• Is it safe?
• What cloud storage
providers are there?
• How much storage
do I get?
• Which cloud storage
provider is best for
me?
• What kind of files
can I store?
What We’ll Cover
Cloud- offers
(often free)
storage anywhere
an internet
connection is
available. Files
are saved to
providers’ data
centers.
What is the Cloud?
Is the cloud safe?
Essentially...yes!
• Personal celebrity photos stolen
o iCloud wasn’t hacked. Apple’s password security was
the issue.
• Front line of defense for any cloud system is encryption.
o Complex algorithms to conceal cloud-protected
information.
• Password security is key!
o Avoid using the same password over multiple
platforms.
o Add letters, numbers, and symbols to your password.
o Do not use a password that is in any way related to your
personal life.
• Make sure to research different cloud providers. Make sure
the cloud service is from a reliable source.
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Security
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OneDrive
Dropbox
Google Drive
Amazon Cloud Drive
iCloud
Cloud Storage Providers
• Microsoft
• 15GB of free storage (Will be dropping
to 5GB in the near future)
• Paid Plans
o $2/month for 100GB
o $4/month for 200GB
o $7/month for 1TB
• File size limit: 10GB
• organizes your files by type for you
o photos, videos, documents
• Windows, Mac, Android, iOS, and
Blackberry apps
• Works closely with Microsoft Office apps
Best for: Windows Devices
OneDrive
OneDrive
• 2GB of free storage
• Can earn extra storage
o Getting Started tutorial = 250MB
o Automatic photo upload = 3GB
o Refer a friend = 500MB
• Up to 16GB total (32 referrals)
• Paid Plans
o $10/month for 1TB
• File size limit: 10GB on website
o No size limit on files using the Dropbox apps,
but larger files can take several hours to
upload, depending on your connection speed
Dropbox
Dropbox
• Complete Office Suite with cloud storage
o Excel, Word, PowerPoint clones
o Large collection of extras, such as third-party
apps that can send faxes or edit photos
• 15GB free storage
o The 15GB is shared with other Google services
such as Gmail, Google+, etc.
• Paid Plans
o $2/month for 100 GB
o $10/month for 1TB
• File size limit: 5TB
• Best for: Google fans, or anyone who wants a few
Office tools with their cloud storage
Google Drive
• Windows and Mac desktop apps
• Android and iOS mobile apps
Google Drive
• Not free, but Amazon offers a three month free trial of
unlimited storage
o The Unlimited Photo plan is available for free for all
Amazon Prime members or anyone with a Fire device
• Paid Plans:
o $12/yr for unlimited photos and 5GB for other file types
o $60/yr for unlimited photos, videos, and files
• File size limit: 2GB on Android and iOS apps
o No size limit for PC or Mac desktop apps
• Can only view files larger than 2GB on desktop, not
in the mobile apps – have to sign into amazon.com
Best for: Anyone with an Amazon Fire tablet or Fire phone – it's
part of the operating system. Amazon Prime members get
unlimited photos for free as part of their subscription.
Amazon Cloud Drive
MAKE SURE TO CANCEL TRIAL IF YOU DO NOT WANT THE SERVICE ANYMORE!
Amazon Cloud Drive
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Apple
5GB free storage
Windows and Mac desktop apps
iOS mobile app
Need to have an Apple device
Paid Plans:
o $0.99/month for 20GB
o $3.99/month for 200 GB
o $9.99/month for 500 GB
o $19.99/month for 1TB
• File size limit: 15GB
Best for: Apple users. iCloud automatically syncs your contacts,
photos, and files from your Apple devices. Need to switch to a new
iPhone, iPad, iPod? No problem. iCloud backs up your device to
make a seamless transfer when switching.
iCloud
If you have a Gmail account you automatically
already have a:
a) Amazon Cloud account
b) Dropbox account
c) Google Drive account
d) None of the above
Quiz
If you have a Gmail account you automatically
already have a:
a) Amazon Cloud account
b) Dropbox account
c) Google Drive account
d) None of the above
Quiz
The most important part of Cloud security is:
a) Which service you pick
b) Your Password
c) How new your computer is
d) Where you are using the internet
Quiz
The most important part of Cloud security is:
a) Which service you pick
b) Your Password
c) How new your computer is
d) Where you are using the internet
Quiz
When saving on the Cloud your information is
saved:
a) On a corporate server
b) On your computer
c) Directly to the internet
d) On the “Cloud”
Quiz
When saving on the Cloud your information is
saved:
a) On a corporate server
b) On your computer
c) Directly to the internet
d) On the “Cloud”
Quiz
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