cloud computing

noun

UK /klaʊd kəmˈpjuːtɪŋ/

US /klaʊd kəmˈpjuːtɪŋ/

Using the internet to store and use computer programs and files that live on faraway computers.

Our school uses cloud computing so we can open our homework on any computer.

SYNONYMS

internet computing online computing web-based computing remote computing

RELATED WORDS

server data center internet storage software

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Renting computer power over the internet instead of buying your own machines.

The startup saved money by using cloud computing instead of buying servers.

3. A way to back up photos and documents so they are safe online.

Cloud computing keeps my family photos safe even if my phone breaks.

4. Running apps in a web browser without installing them on your device.

With cloud computing, you can edit a document right in your browser.