A term used to describe services over a network by a collection of servers. These computers or cloud of computers enable the users visiting to have access to much faster computers or servers, be able to access programs and services from anywhere with Internet access often without having to install other software, and get access to the services from any device capable of reaching the network or Internet.

Because the term cloud computing is a broad term, it is likely if you have spent any time on the Internet or use devices connected to the Internet that you have used some cloud computing. Below are some common examples of cloud computing you have likely heard of or used.