Cloud Computing
From the Series How High-Tech Changed the World
Every day, hundreds of millions of people around the world use computer apps such as Dropbox, Gmail, iCloud, and Spotify.
When people use these Internet-based services, they are making use of cloud computing, perhaps without even knowing it. But what is the story behind this amazing technology, how does it work, and who invented it? Readers discover all this and more in this exciting and informative exploration in which they learn about the history and people behind the technology that allows us to store enormous amounts of information.
Clear explanatory text shows readers exactly how cloud computing works, helping us store huge volumes of information, from work to photographs, music, homework, and more. Detailed sidebars set out how the technology has transformed our lives, contrasting life before and after cloud computing. Biographical features explain how brilliant scientists invented and developed cloud computing, creating a revolutionary technology.
Cloud Computing is the ultimate guide to the science, the tools, and the people behind the tech that changed our world.
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Reviews
School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
“This series thoroughly explains six aspects of computing in a visually engaging format. . . . a dynamic layout that prevents readers from feeling overwhelmed by dense text. Sections are well-organized, with each topic broken down into easily digestible parts. . . . A strong addition for middle and high school libraries expanding their computer technology collections.”—School Library Journal
