Cloud Computing -2 IntroduTion

INTRODUCTION
Years ago, the internet was just used merely for information gathering and email. Today, the internet could become a host of different types of applications which will not require any local installation in the users end. Because of the increasing capability of the internet, developers have looked beyond information sharing. Certain functions in desktop could now be done online. Office documents could be uploaded and extracted or even worked on at the same time online. Data processing is not limited anymore to your desktop as the increasing capacity of online connectivity has made it possible to emulate or even surpass local data processing. The rapid improvement of the capacity of online connectivity gave birth to cloud computing. Although the term was already used since the 90s, the actual adoption of cloud computing in relation to online computing started in the 21st century.
By now, most everyone has heard of "cloud computing" and, even though it is a popular concept, not everyone has a clear idea of what it is. Cloud computing is the general term used to describe a new class of Internet technology. Cloud technology allows individuals and businesses to work on the Internet; the same type of work that previously required the installation of software on their personal computers, the installation of server computers on a local network, or both. cloud computing has existed in various forms for many years, but the technology was limited by practical considerations such as Internet speeds, reliability of websites, reliability of remote servers and cost.
Cloud computing promises portability as users would just have to need a strong internet connection to ensure the process is done. Cloud computing could even emulate the desktop experience. Cloud computing is usually focused on the enterprise. As businesses today require more collaboration in real time without any geographical consideration, cloud computing became a viable option as this will provide real time interaction in business process. It offers the portability to different users without having to constantly require the local gadget for certain installations.