Cloud Storage

Cloud storage is a service model where data is stored, managed, and accessed remotely over the internet on servers maintained by a cloud provider. It provides scalable, on-demand storage capacity without requiring physical hardware management, enabling users to store files, backups, and application data. Common features include data redundancy, security controls, and integration with other cloud services.

Also known as: Cloud Object Storage, Cloud File Storage, Cloud Data Storage, Online Storage, Remote Storage

Why learn Cloud Storage?

Developers should learn cloud storage for building scalable applications, handling large datasets, and ensuring data durability and availability without managing infrastructure. It is essential for use cases like web/mobile app backends, big data analytics, disaster recovery, and content delivery networks (CDNs).

Learning Resources

• docs: AWS S3 Documentation
• tutorial: Google Cloud Storage Tutorial
• course: Azure Blob Storage Course on Microsoft Learn
• video: Cloud Storage Explained - YouTube Video
• book: Cloud Computing: Concepts, Technology & Architecture by Thomas Erl