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What are the advantages and disadvantages of cloud computing?
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Advantages of cloud computing:
1. Accessibility
 • Cloud computing applications can be accessed from anywhere, anytime with an internet connection.
2. Cost Savings
 • Cloud computing eliminates the need to purchase and maintain expensive hardware and software.
3. Scalability
 • Easily scale up or down based on resource demand.
4. Security
 • Cloud computing providers employ stringent security protocols to protect data. Disadvantages of cloud computing:
1. Vendor Lock-In
 • Moving data and applications from a cloud provider to another can be difficult.
2. Outages
 • If the cloud network experiences an outage, access to applications and data may be impaired.
3. Data Breaches
 • Data stored in the cloud can be vulnerable to security breaches and attacks.
4. Compliance
 • Auditing processes are critical if the organization needs to comply with certain standards.