Cloud Servers and Cloud Storage are the buzz word now. Every now and then, one comes across such phraseologies in the sphere of information technology. Now the question is: what are cloud servers and how do they differ from the normal servers we were used to so long? Cloud servers are virtual servers which run on cloud computing environment. They are also called Virtual Dedicated Servers (VDS). Every VDS is not Cloud Server but every Cloud Server is a VDS.
Cloud servers are the IT mantra of the present decade. While cloud servers are very similar to the physical servers, the functions are different. A physical server is a body-like equipment that can be placed anywhere in the room. Cloud server, on the other hand, is a system unlike a single machine which has the capability of storing large amount of data with ease. It can further take up multiple tasks ranging from load balancing to complete automated processing. Customisation becomes fairly simple. All these functions cannot be done through the normal servers.
The benefits of Cloud Servers are many. The key benefits are (a) the flexibility where the need for additional space can easily be made available as and when required, (b) cost effectiveness as the users will be liable to pay only to the extent of his usage, (c) ease of set-up without much of a fuss and (d) reliability.
The benefits of Cloud Servers are many. The key benefits are (a) the flexibility where the need for additional space can easily be made available as and when required, (b) cost effectiveness as the users will be liable to pay only to the extent of his usage, (c) ease of set-up without much of a fuss and (d) reliability.
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The Cloud Servers also have certain disadvantages, which cannot be ignored. One problem is its total dependence on the internet connectivity. The issue of security is another area that needs to be addressed on a priority. Instances of privacy getting compromised have come to light. The third disadvantage is the cost element. There are other minor problems too. Nevertheless, Cloud Servers and Cloud Storage are picking up fast and are quite acceptable. The future of them are secured in the Computing industry. It is believed that as an emerging technological trend, this sphere is likely to get tremendous boost in the coming years.
