Cloud storage

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Cloud storage
Cloud storage is an alternative to 
storing data on a computer’s physical 
storage. Information stored “on the 
cloud” is kept on remote servers that 
can be accessed anywhere via the 
internet. 

The physical storage spans multiple 
servers (sometimes in multiple 
locations), and the physical 
environment is typically owned and 
managed by a hosting company (third-
party). These cloud storage providers 
are responsible for keeping the data 
available and accessible, and the 
physical environment secured, 
protected, and running.