Hearing a lot about Cloud Computing? Need to share and access files remotely

“Cloud Computing” has become one of the hottest phrases in the IT market.  Despite posing as a new phenomena, there have been many options open to companies wanting to share and host files remotely since the beginning of modern computing.  However, Google, Microsoft and Apple have all quite recently begun to offer well publicised, free, private user versions of a file hosting ‘cloud’ service, spurred on by the immense success of Dropbox.   With these systems, files are simply remotely hosted and accessed via the internet from any location by either a shared link, a web-based login or a piece of proprietary desktop software.   It is largely due to these providers that ‘cloud computing’ has become a buzz word.

These cloud platforms offer to transform the way we access and share data.  If configured properly, a wealth of information originating from an online store or created on another computer can be made available and even edited from a mobile device from any location with internet access. Unfortunately the named services, particularly their free versions, are very much aimed at the home user.  In larger institutions, systems administrators can be quite concerned about data security caused by careless or under-trained staff and, following recent high profile government leaks, even snooping from organisations such as the NSA.  For most companies, the threat from simple mistakes made by staff is a far more likely occurrence.

In addition to extra safety, businesses often need alternative systems that can offer greater support for people using and specifically editing the same file simultaneously.  If you are looking for better version control of your files, higher levels of data security and an entire solution custom fitted to your business needs you should consider our remote working service.   Working with you to assess your needs we may agree to implement a secure VPN connection or Terminal Services so you can remotely access information on your own servers. We keep up with the latest technologies so that you don’t have to.

We can also ensure that your email services are set up for optimal retrieval from both your mobile phone and various computers.

If you are looking for IT Support in Watford, Hertfordshire, London or the surrounding areas, get in touch with us on 01707 378453 and ask our friendly staff about our custom Remote Working Service.