cloud computing

noun
UK: /ˈklaʊd kəmˈpjuːtɪŋ/
US: /ˈklaʊd kəmˈpjuːtɪŋ/
  1. The practice of using a network of remote servers hosted on the Internet to store, manage, and process data, rather than a local server or a personal computer.

    1. We use cloud computing for our files now.
    2. Our company's transition to cloud computing improved data accessibility and collaboration.
  2. A system in which computer programs and data are stored on a large network of computers, usually accessed via the internet, allowing multiple users to access them.

    1. Cloud computing is helpful for many firms.
    2. Businesses are increasingly adopting cloud computing for its scalability and cost-effectiveness.
cloud computing verb
  1. Using cloud-based services, applications, or infrastructure.

    1. We are cloud computing our data.
    2. The company is cloud computing its entire infrastructure to improve efficiency.
cloud computing adjective
  1. Relating to or utilizing cloud computing.

    1. That's a cloud computing solution.
    2. The cloud computing platform offers a range of services for businesses.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "cloud computing" in English means: The practice of using a network of remote servers hosted on the Internet to store, manage, and process data, rather than a local server or a personal computer., A system in which computer programs and data are stored on a large network of computers, usually accessed via the internet, allowing multiple users to access them..

The phonetic transcription of "cloud computing" is /ˈklaʊd kəmˈpjuːtɪŋ/ in British English and /ˈklaʊd kəmˈpjuːtɪŋ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Example usage of "cloud computing": "We use cloud computing for our files now.". More examples on the page.