What is cloud storage?

• A. A service that allows users to store data on remote servers accessed via the Internet
• B. A method of storing data solely on local machines
• C. A service for sending data via email
• D. A type of external hard drive for physical storage

Answer: (A)

Cloud storage refers to a service that lets you store your data on remote servers that you access over the Internet. Instead of keeping files on your own device, you upload them to these servers, and you can retrieve them from anywhere with an Internet connection. This setup enables easy access, backups, and scalability as you can store more data without buying local hardware.

Storing data solely on local machines isn’t cloud storage because the data isn’t off your device. A service for sending data via email focuses on transfer, not persistent storage. A physical external hard drive is a hardware solution for local storage, not a remote, Internet-accessible service.