CIS 1610- Chapter 6

Cloud Computing Concepts-Cloud Accounts

-All cloud-related services are associated with an account -one account can access all services -accounts can support and manage connected devices --your'e not limited to a particular device --the interface looks the same on all devices --can share files and collaborate

Cloud Computing Concepts

-Cloud Computing works with hosts and clients -a hosted service is provided by a server located outside your own network -services are obtained through a subscription -cloud services can provide: --software as a Service (SaaS)- Gmail, Office 365 --Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)-Server or storage space -Platform as a Service (PaaS)-Provides developers with environments (platforms) to develop applications

Apps for a Local Folder

-Drive for PC app adds a local Google Drive folder to File Explorer -Local folder is automatically linked and synced to your My Drive location

iCloud

-Hosted by Apple -Integrated with iTunes and other Apple services -iCloud connects you and all your Apple devices and services -iCloud Drive is the associated cloud storage location --Page folder-Pages, TXT, and Word --Numbers folder-Numbers, CSV, and Excel --Keynote folder-Keynote and Powerpoint

Dropbox

-Hosted by Dropbox, Inc / Microsoft -Integrated with Office Online -Upload and download content in the web interface or a local folder --drag and drop files -Automatic syncing between the local folder and the cloud -share dropbox files via sharing links through email, text messages, or chat -mobile apps available for Android and iOS

Mobile Notifications

-Notifications are updates about activity -many mobile apps are configured by default to notify you when there is activity -you can control notifications through your app's settings or through your device's mobile operating system

Cloud Computing Concepts- Benefits of Cloud Computing

-Reduced hardware costs -latest versions of software -24/7 access (as long as there is internet connectivity) -scalable storage capacity -local access to user files (files are copies to your local device and later synchronized) -built-in backup (photos or files can be uploaded and backed up automatically -high security

Sharing Cloud Files

-Share with specific people -Share via a sharing link -Share a file or folder publicly -When sharing in Google drive, you can allow the following permissions: --edit --comment --view

Organizing Content on Google Drive

-The "root" folder is named My Drive -Create folders in My Drive and move files as needed --use built in commands: new, file, upload or new, folder, upload --drag and drop from file explorer into the drive window

The Local OneDrive folder

-The first time you access the local OneDrive folder in File Explorer you are prompted to sign in to OneDrive -Drag files into the local folder and OneDrive will automatically upload and synchronize the with your OneDrive folder in the cloud

Microsoft OneDrive

-Uploading, Organizing, and Downloading Content --as you select files or folders, different commands become available on the command bar --to select a file, point the mouse pointer at the file until a small circle appears in the upper-right corner, then click the circle

Working with Content on Drive

-Use the buttons on the command bar to change the view -select an item to activate the toolbar displays in the command bar -use the toolbar buttons to work with the selected item -click More actions to access other options

Cloud computing concepts-cloud account management

-most cloud accounts provide a central place from which you can manage your account -typically include: --automatic backup --cloud storage --apps to connect devices to the account

Which of the following is at the heart of a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) application?

A database

How do you create a local OneDrive folder on a Windows 10 PC?

A local OneDrive folder is built in

What are the two major components of a Learning Management System (LMS)?

A server component and a user interface component

When working in Excel Online, how do you save your changes?

As you work, all your changes are automatically saved

Which of the following is a feature found in most cloud accounts?

Automatic backup, Cloud storage space, and apps to connect multiple devices to your account

Which of the following are levels of access you can set for files that you share on Google Drive?

Can edit, can comment, and can view

How can you upload content to Google Drive?

Click New, File Upload Click New, Folder Upload Drag files into the Drive window

Microsoft OneDrive

Cloud Storage on OneDrive -Hosted by Microsoft -A local OneDrive folder is automatically available in File Explorer in Windows 10 -To access your OneDrive location in the cloud, go to http://onedrive.live.com, and sign in with your Microsoft account

Other types of Cloud Based Applications

Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software -Amazon --one click ordering --stored credit card information --making recommendations --buy it again?

Other types of Cloud Based Applications

Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software -Used to improve business relationships with customers --retain customers and increase sales -Capture customer information across different points of contact and store that information in a CRM database --the database is the heart of the system -Can be used to record customer interactions with staff for training or monitoring purposes --respond to customers needs more quickly; discover what's important and what's not -Cloud-based storage keeps customer data secure, and enables employees to access the information from anywhere

OneDrive Web Apps

Designed to run inside the browser

Which type of app generally provides the most complete feature set?

Desktop apps

How can you upload a file to your Dropbox storage location?

Drag the file into your local Dropbox folder

Which of the following is true concerning a local Google Drive folder?

It is set for automatic synchronization with your My Drive location

Other types of Cloud Based Applications

Learning Management System (LMS) -Two components: --Server component-runs in the cloud; performs core functions --user interface component-runs inside a browser Built in communication tools (email, chat, discussions) and assignment posting, grading

Which of the following is a benefit of cloud computing?

Reduced hardware costs

What is Cloud Computing?

Refers to any computing resource that is delivered as a service over the internet. -software -storage

How can you download content from Google Drive?

Select a file, click More actions, then click Download

Accessing your Cloud Drive

Sign in to Google, click the Google apps icon, then click Drive

Which of the following types of files can you upload to the Pages folder on iCloud Drive?

TXT and Word Files

How can you configure Gmail notifications on your smart phone?

Through the Gmail app's settings

Cloud Computing Concepts

To download a file, select the file, click more options, then download

Other types of Cloud Based Applications

Traditional client-server applications can run in the cloud -Modern LMS and CRM applications are cloud-based

Which of the following is an example of cloud computing?

Using Gmail

Cloud Computing Concepts

You can access your hosted services through a variety of devices; interfaces are similar -desktop apps -browser or web apps -tablet apps -smart phone apps While all devices provide access to basic functionality, desktop apps typically provide the most features

iCloud

iCloud for Windows -Sync your iOS devices with a Windows PC --many people have both MAC and PC devices; Windows laptop, iPhone, etc Web-Only Access -create documents that Mac/iOS users can access and work with

Cloud Storage on Google Drive

the cloud storage on Google is called "Google Drive" or simply "drive"