The cloud

Simple

Storing your files and photos on the internet instead of only on your device.

Standard

'The cloud' means storing data or running software on remote servers over the internet, rather than only on your own device. Photos backed up online are 'in the cloud.'

Detailed

Cloud computing provides storage and processing on remote infrastructure accessed over the internet. Benefits include backup and access from multiple devices; considerations include privacy, account security, and what happens to your data on those servers.