chapter 12

• Hosted Applications


  They are not downloaded, they run on an online server
• Benefits of Hosted Applications


  • Accessible from any device
  • Uses online data storage so space is saved on local storage
  • Features enable collaborative working
• Drawbacks of Hosted Applications


  • Only accessible using an internet connection
  • Bandwidth and latency affect performance
  • Has limited features
• Locally Installed Software


  Applications can be locally installed
• Locally Installed Software


  • Internet connection is not required
  • Bandwidth and latency won't affect it
  • They take computer storage
• Benefits of Online Storage


  • Automatic backup
  • Storage can be expanded
  • Sharing data is easier
  • Unlimited storage is offered
  • Enables collaboration
  • Local storage is saved
• Drawbacks of Online Storage


  • Data protection issues
  • Security dependent on provider
  • Slow transfer speed
  • Needs internet
  • Not all software is available
  • Payment is needed to expand storage
• The Cloud


  A software or space used to store information rather than local storage
• With the introduction of the cloud, local software providers have to find ways to improve to stay in the competition