What is Cloud Storage?
Cloud Storage is an online storage of data managed by third party which offers this service. Data stored in cloud storage services can be accessed anywhere and on any device whether smartphones, tablets, laptops and even from your personal computer. The universal availability of data is the main advantage of cloud storage.There are many companies that provide cloud storage service. A user is required to register in order to use their service. They offer free as well as paid services depending upon the storage capacity.
Here I am going to give list of some of the best and most widely used Cloud Storage Services.
1. Google Drive
It is the newest cloud service from Google launched just few weeks ago. Google Drive owned by Google so definitely it is going to be the most widely used cloud storage service. You can also manage mails and access other Google services right from G drive.Features of Google Drive
• You can create presentations and spreadsheets and share it with your teams from Google drive.• You can share your photos in Google drive on Google+
• If you have lots of files in G drive then you can easily find them by assigning keywords and filters. For more feature click here.
2. Dropbox
It is also one of the most famous and widely used cloud storage service. It was introduced in 2007 by Drew Houston and Arash Ferdowsi. You have to register and download Dropbox software in order to use it. After installing the software you can easily sync files and folders.Features of Dropbox
• It is safe, secure and fast.• You can also share files with non-dropbox users.
• You can upload photos, audio, videos and files of other formats.
3. SkyDrive
It is also known as Microsoft SkyDrive or Windows Live SkyDrive. After uploading files to SkyDrive you can access them from any web browser or from its local drive. You get 7 GB of free space as a new user.Features of SkyDrive
• It allows you to create and edit Microsoft office documents.• It supports PDF and Open Document Format.
• You can easily share files with your friends on social networks.
4. SugarSync
It's another service that sync files from computers to smartphones and tablets. When you sign up you get 5 GB of free space to store your data.Features of SugarSync
• You get 5 GB free storage space as a new user.• File sharing is fast and secure.
• If you have any problem as a SugarSync user you can easily get solutions from their forums and online support.
5. Amazon Cloud Drive
You are well aware of the name 'Amazon'. This service is provided by Amazon. It also offers 5 GB of free storage when you register for it. Amazon Cloud Drive support music, videos, photos and documents.Features of Amazon Cloud Drive
• It restores your data whenever your PC crashes.• You can store songs that are purchased from Amazon MP3 store.
• Additional storage space is available from 20 GB to 1000 GB as per plans.
Other Cloud Services
There are other cloud storage services in addition to the above mentioned services, these are:
• BOX
• ZumoDrive
• TeamDrive
• ADrive
• Symform
• Ubuntu One
• IDrive
• OpenDrive
