What is cloud storage?

• A. Storing data and files at a remote location using the Internet
• B. Storing data on a local server you own
• C. Backups on USB drives
• D. Installing software on a personal device

Answer: (A)

Cloud storage means keeping your data on remote servers that you access over the Internet. Files live in data centers managed by a service provider, and you can reach them from any connected device using an app or a browser. This fits best because it specifies remote storage accessed via the Internet, which is the defining idea of cloud storage. It also hints at the benefits of this setup, like being able to scale storage and share or back up files without relying on your own hardware. In contrast, storing data on a local server you own stays inside your own network, backups on USB drives use physical local media, and installing software on a personal device involves running programs rather than storing files remotely.