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Author and Contributors: Nordby, Ann (24 more by this author)
Publisher: CYFERnet (2008)
Review Level: University Extension
Primary Content Area: Program Support
Content Type: General Information
Audience: Professionals, Educators & Program Staff
Resource Type: An extension or a land-grant developed resource
Keywords: cloud computing, collaborative software, online collaboration, technology trend
Description: This technology trend focuses on services such as Google Apps and Microsoft Office Live that provide online software and storage for users. What is important is that no matter where you are, you can access your documents because they aren't located on that laptop at home or office, but 'in the clouds'. They facilitate collaboration and save money, but users should consider a few caveats before availing of them.
Media Type: HTML
Resource Listed: January 5, 2009
Resource Last Updated: January 24, 2013
Language: EN

Categories:

Technology: Technology Professional Development: Emerging Technologies and Trends

Technology: Safety, Security, Privacy, and Etiquette: Technology in Today's Lifestyle

Technology: Safety, Security, Privacy, and Etiquette: Online Safety of Self, Identity, Finances

Technology: Technology Devices and Computers: Emerging Technologies and Trends - Hardware

Technology: Technology Devices and Computers: Handheld and Mobile Devices

Program Support: CYFAR Community Sites: Web Based And Collaborative Tools

Cloud Computing