Technology Magazine December 2017 | Page 26

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GOOGLE DRIVE

Google Drive is file storage and synchronisation service which was launched in 2012 . It allows users to access and edit documents simultaneously in real time , store files in the cloud and share files across various devices . Google Drive is
a website platform but also offers apps which can be used offline or online on Windows and MacOS computers as well as Android and iOS smartphones and tablets . Users have free access to 15GB storage and can purchase up to 30TB in addition to this . Google Drive is also available as part of Google ’ s G Suite , a monthly subscription service for businesses
and organisations – this version offers unlimited storage and advanced administration options .

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ICLOUD iCloud is an online storage and cloud computing service which was

launched by Apple in October 2011 . By the following February it had accumulated 782mn users . Users can store data like documents , photos and music , which can then be downloaded onto iOS , MacOS and Windows devices . Data can also be shared between users , including photos , music and games , by linking accounts via AirDrop Wireless . Users get 5GB free storage typically , with the option to purchase an additional 50GB , 200GB or 1TB . This storage is shared between all devices using the same account .
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