Cyber Class 5 Cloud Storage

Asked by AKSHAY GURU VARADHARAJAN · SRI CHAITANYA TECHNO SCHOOL, JAYANTI NAGAR.

When we say data is "stored in the cloud," where is the information actually physically located?

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A In the empty space between the computer and the monitor.
B On giant remote servers located in large data centres.
C Inside the user's local hard drive but hidden by a password.
D On a satellite orbiting the Earth.

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Answer: B. On giant remote servers located in large data centres.

Answer: (B) On giant remote servers located in large data centres.
Explanation: The "Cloud" isn't in the sky! It is just a fancy name for remote servers (massive computers) owned by companies like Google or Microsoft that store your files so you can access them via the internet.

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