Cloud computing storage Unit III(iv).pptx

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1. Cloud storage Cloud storage is a cloud computing model that stores data on the Internet through a cloud computing provider who manages and operates data storage as a service . It is delivered on demand and eliminates buying and managing own data storage infrastructure. There are many cloud storage providers such as, Google Drive, Dropbox , OneDrive , iCloud , etc. They provide free service for limited storage but if you want to store beyond the limit, you have to pay. Storage as a Service Storage as a service is a business model in which a company leases or rents its storage infrastructure to another company or individuals to store data. Small companies and individuals often find this to be a convenient methodology for managing backups, and providing cost savings in personnel, hardware and physical space.

2. Cloud storage cont. Customers move to cloud storage when they lack in budget for having their own storage. Storage service providers takes the responsibility of taking current backup , replication, and disaster recovery needs. Small and medium-sized businesses can make use of Cloud Storage . Storage is rented from the provider using a cost-per-gigabyte-stored (or) cost-per-data-transferred The end user doesn’t have to pay for infrastructure (resources), they have to pay only for how much they transfer and save on the provider’s storage.

3. Creating cloud storage system The cloud storage system stores multiple copies of data on multiple servers, at multiple locations. If one system fails, then it is required only to change the pointer to the location , where the object is stored. To aggregate the storage assets into cloud storage systems, the cloud provider can use storage virtualization software known as  Storage GRID . It creates a virtualization layer that fetches storage from different storage devices into a single management system. It can manage data from CIFS (Common Internet File System) and NFS (Network File System) file systems over the Internet. It can also manage data from HTTP ( HyperText Transfer Protocol) over the Internet. The following diagram shows how Storage GRID virtualizes the storage into storage clouds.

4. Creating cloud storage system cont. Storage area networks (SANs) are the most common storage networking architecture used by enterprises for business-critical applications that need to deliver high throughput and low latency. Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) is a set of standards for physically connecting and transferring data between computers and peripheral devices. SATA is an interface used to connect mass storage device to the motherboard of a computer. SATA stands for “serial advanced technology attachment.” Advanced technology attachment (ATA) was the previous form of the technology that was used in the parallel communication.

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6. Advantages and Disadvantages Advantages: Backup Your Data to the Cloud. No More External Hard Drives. Remotely Update and Sync Your Files. Share Files Easily. Remote Work Made Easy. Keep Your Files Encrypted. Storage for a Lifetime. Disadvantages: It needs an internet connection Extra storage space comes at a cost Security & privacy concerns with some providers

7. Cloud storage providers Dropbox Ideal for users having limited data. This platform offers a state-of-the-art workspace to store files at a central location. It can accessed from any geographical location 24X7. Computers, mobiles as well as tablets can access files in Dropbox. Features: It can be employed by users of any size. Permits you to share files with anybody. Admin controls make team management a breeze. Shared data is secured.

8. Cloud storage providers Microsoft One Drive OneDrive is a built-in feature of Windows 10’s File Explorer. To use it you need not download any extra app. Hence it is extremely convenient for Windows 10 users. Microsoft’s Photos app has the option of employing OneDrive in order to sync images across all your respective devices. Recently AutoCAD has been added to OneDrive The Personal Vault feature provides an extra layer of security. An app exists for iOS as well as Android devices. There is also a handy app.

9. Cloud storage providers Google Drive Google Drive is one of today’s most powerful cloud storage services. Huge free storage space is offered. State-of-the-art productivity suite for collaboration purposes. Comes with desktop-to-desktop file syncing functionality. A plethora of third-party integrations. Apps designed for different platforms.

10. Cloud storage providers iCloud It is the best as well as the most ideal cloud storage provider for Apple company. It works great for private users. The cloud storage platform functions on operating systems that include iOS, Mac OS as well as Windows. Users can collaborate with applications that include Notes, Keynote as well as Pages. Resumes each conversation from the pausing time. It reaches peak performance on changing the phone.

11. Cloud storage providers Amazon Drive: It is an Amazon Simple Storage Services works wonderfully. It has sync services for various operating systems including Windows, Android, Mac OS as well as iOS. The service moves files leveraging block-level file copying techniques. When a particular file is synced just the differences (delta) between the files are sent as well as received. Syncing files are done in lesser time when benchmarked against the contemporary cloud storage providers. An interesting feature on display is taskbar notifications. Taskbar notifications give you the ability to throttle sync speeds at times when you may be busy with a high bandwidth-consuming foreground process.