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cloud computer backup

Cloud computer backup ("cloud backup") means backing up computer files to a remote, cloud-based computer. Cloud backup solutions enables individuals or organizations to store their data on the Internet using a storage service provider, rather than storing the data locally on a physical disk, such as a hard drive or tape backup.

Cloud-based backup enables you to remotely access the provider's services using a secure client login application to back-up files from your computer to the online storage using an encrypted connection. To update or restore a cloud computing backup, you will need to use the service provider's  client application.

Cloud computer backup may also be called "online storage."

See cloud storage.
See also "A Cloud Computing Dictionary Resource" and "Cloud Computing White Papers and Resources for Small Businesses" on Webopedia.com.



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