What is the correct difference between local storage and cloud storage?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Local storage stays on a device, cloud storage can connect to an internet service
Local storage saves data directly on a device such as a computer drive, phone, or USB drive. Cloud storage saves or synchronises data with a remote service accessed through a network, usually the internet. Cloud files still use physical servers, and both forms need protection such as access control and backups. The other statements are false.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Local storage stays on a device, cloud storage can connect to an internet service
Why is this the correct answer?
Local storage saves data directly on a device such as a computer drive, phone, or USB drive. Cloud storage saves or synchronises data with a remote service accessed through a network, usually the internet. Cloud files still use physical servers, and both forms need protection such as access control and backups. The other statements are false.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Information Technology question. Chapter: Maintain Healthy Safe and Secure Working Environment.
