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Using the cloud on a personal level

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Alex Nilson
Using the cloud on a personal level

In previous posts on the Boston Unisoft blog (https://boston-unisoft.com/blog/open-banking-as-a-main-fintech-trend-in-2021.html), we have discussed the main fintech trends in 2021. We speak a little about cloud services.

But it is important to note that cloud services are also used personally by millions of users and that most people have had their first encounter with this tool thanks to free services such as Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, or iCloud. It is estimated that more than 1.8 billion people currently use some cloud service, which in most cases is offered for free and as a complement to an email service or when buying a device such as a phone smart. 

These tools are simple to use and quite convenient for preserving documents, transferring data between devices, or sharing large files without sending them via email. However, although they are easy to use and quite convenient, if we do not use them correctly, users may store unnecessary information or end up filling their clouds without realizing it.

By following this little guide, you will have a clear idea of how to use the personal cloud most profitably and efficiently:

  1. First, it is important to define if we need a cloud service. Although the services are free and complementary, if we do not need to send information, it is better not to use a cloud service as it can jeopardize the information if it is not used properly.
  2. If we consider that a cloud is necessary for us, the second step is to see which cloud is the best option. In essence, the different clouds work in much the same way, but some can be part of a larger service, are compatible with devices we use, or offer a greater amount of storage. When deciding, you should also avoid using a second cloud to avoid duplication of information. If your device or service offers a cloud that you don't want to use, be sure to configure it appropriately so that your data is not downloaded to that cloud. 
  3. After deciding what our cloud will be, we must define how we will use it and what content we would like to upload. This will depend on the lifestyle or the needs of each person. Many people use the cloud as a backup for photos they take with their cell phones, while others store files and documents that they need to consult or share with other people. 
  4. Another important step is syncing the cloud with your devices and folders properly. Clouds are sometimes designed for beginning to store all the information once installed on a smartphone automatically. This can be a headache for the user who does not want all the data they receive on the network, as they will have to delete it manually. Configure the folders that you want to be uploaded automatically or uploaded when you have access to the Internet by WI-FI not to send the data of your telephone plan.
  5. Finally, don't forget to delete files that you don't need. In the same way that we keep our computers clean, we must clean the cloud since we can consume all the space quickly if our cloud service is free. Consider doing a clean every few months and only storing important documents.

It will be fairly easy to take advantage of whatever cloud service you decide to use for your personal needs or projects by following these steps. 

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