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What are the features of a hosted application software?
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- Hosted on a server
- Uses internet connection
- Can be affected by latency and bandwidth
- Do not offer as many features as locally installed software
- Use online data storage
- Use the client-server model
- Features that enable collaboration
- Make edits or add comments
- Chat features
2
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Benefits of hosted application software:
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- Accessible from many types of connected devices
- Can use online data storage to save files online
- Features that enable collaboration
3
Q
Drawbacks of hosted application software:
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- Only accessible using the internet
- Can be affected by latency and bandwidth
- Not as many features as locally installed software
4
Q
Benefits of online data storage:
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- Automatic backups
- Storage is scalable
- Sharing data is easier
- Unlimited storage packages
- Enables collab
- More local storage available for locally installed apps and local files
5
Q
Drawbacks of online data storage:
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- Data protection issues if servers in a different country
- Dependent on the provider for security
- Slower file transfer speeds
- Only accessible using an internet connection
- Some files have to be downloaded since they are not hosted applications
- Often have to pay for additional storage
6
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Impact of the cloud:
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- Competitive marketplace for developers of locally installed software
- Manufactures can sell inexpensive devices because they require less storage
- Helps reduce the digital divide
- Help org. as they provide org. with scalable solutions and they don’t have to spend money on servers
7
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Cloud-based services can also provide access to online communities such as:
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- Social networking sites
- User-generated reference sites
- User-generated content
- Online work spaces
- Social bookmarking sites
