Cloud computing technology information and it a boon or bane?

          Cloud Computing is an emerging technology useful for all types of users like large/small enterprises, businesses, end users. It is already being widely used, if you look closely the perfect example for this is your email, like Gmail, Yahoo mail, Windows live, your email, data and files are stored at remote locations, whenever you want to access them you need to have an internet connection. These services are available everywhere and at no cost. Cloud computing technology is generally related to this, you important information and data are stored at remote machines which are remotely available. This reduces hassle for the user, increases the security and reduces cost. Services like Google drive and Dropbox are cloud based file storing, sharing services. It is always better to store a file on cloud and access it from other places rather than carry storage devices everywhere. I generally store my important word files on Google Drive and access it in College, this makes sure my files are safe and secure and I need not worry about my portable storage devices which are easy to corrupt, can be lost, attract virus.
So basically Cloud Computing is a technology by which user can store data on remote locations and access them from anywhere.
The advantages of it are:
1. Reduced Cost - For enterprises it may cost, but for end users it is almost free.
2. Increased Security - The Cloud servers are safe and secure than most portable devices and even you PC.
3. Simplified Storage - The storing and retrieving is easier than in personal computers.

The disadvantages:
1. Privacy - You files can be seen by the admin or moderators of the server.
2. Internet Connection - Requires internet connection to access cloud.

So as we see the disadvantages are not that bad, so Cloud computing is an emerging trend which will benefit everyone.