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We often to get asked about Cloud Computing from our clients as it spoken about in the media yet most people don't know to much about it. We thought we would give you a simple overview on the basics of Cloud Computing:
Facts on Cloud Computing:
It will change the way a business operates Cloud Computing means you as an end user don't need to worry about any new infrastructure. Instant on!
This means you can get access to a new software application or server infrastructure with a simple registration process
Why is their so much hype about it?
Cloud computing has reduced the cost in deploying new technology. This can apply to new software applications or new server infrastructure. Software written for the cloud is now written in away that allows software companies to scale from 1 user to thousands of users with signifantly reduced amount of work. This the cost on deploying new software can be reduced dramatically and more resources can be spent on improving a software application rather than the support of the application.
From an infrastructure point of view, you no longer need to use a file server in your office. You can sign up for a service like Jungle Disk, they provide you with a drive that you can connect to via the Internet and store all your data.
The cost of deploying a service like this is minimal and ongoing support requirements are minimal too. There are so many advantages of moving to the cloud and these will have significant benefits your business.
Connect2Field is a cloud based application, which means you can sign up instantly for our service and start using our application straight away. In the past customers would have to wait for us to deploy a new version of the application.
We are very glad to have a cloud based application and we know our customers will benefit signifantly in moving to the cloud.
If you have any questions about moving to the cloud feel free to email us at info@connect2field.com or contact us via twitter at @connect2field
