Video Link: What is ‘The Cloud’ and How Does it Pervade Our Lives?

‘The Cloud’ – It governs a lot of your digital life these days, but the story of where it first materialized is likely deeper than you know. Watch the video to learn more about the history of the cloud and it’s pervasiveness in our everyday lives.

Discussion Questions:

1. Identify three key takeaways from the article. What did you find most interesting?
2. Briefly explain the history of ‘The cloud’. How did the cloud get its start?
3. In your own words, explain the concept of ‘The Cloud’. What is it and how does it work?
4. Why do many businesses conduct business and store data via “The Cloud’?
5. What are the three categories of cloud services?

Source: Michael Tabb, Jeffery DelViscio, Andrea Gawrylewski, “https://www.scientificamerican.com/” December 1, 2021.