Year 10 - Computing
Cloud computing
IT and the world of work
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Unit Summary
Pupils must be able to identify how the modern structure of the workplace will impact their future lives. This unit will facilitate a deeper comprehension of the methods employed by organisations and the impact the use of IT in the working environment has on all stakeholders.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to recognise the purpose of cloud computing and how cloud computing may or may not be an advantage to business.
Key Notes
- Cloud computing offers data storage, the ability to collaborate and backup and disaster recovery.
- SaaS (software as a service) allows users to access applications via the web.
- Cloud computing offers accessibility as it allows users to access services from anywhere with an internet connection.
Vocabulary To Learn
- cloud: a network of remote servers that can be accessed using the internet
- security: the measures and practices used to protect systems, networks and data from unauthorised access, damage or theft
- infrastructure: the underlying structure of a computing system
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- The cloud ensures everyone can access software and resources.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Describe the system or process from this lesson in clear steps.
Cloud computing offers data storage, the ability to collaborate and backup and disaster recovery. SaaS (software as a service) allows users to access applications via the web.
2. Define this computing term and give one practical example. 'cloud'
a network of remote servers that can be accessed using the internet. Add one real device or system example to prove understanding.
3. Correct this common computing misconception.
Mistake: The cloud ensures everyone can access software and resources. Correction: There are many different devices that can be used to access cloud services, and the functionality of each device will have an impact on the quality of service users will experience when using cloud based services.
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