In terms of digital transformation trends of 2024, distributed cloud storage is at the top of the list. But what is distributed cloud, and how is it different from cloud computing? To answer the first part of the question, as you might have guessed from its name, distributed cloud stores data, but its infrastructure is dispersed. This means that the user’s data is spread across the network.
So, how exactly is distributed cloud different from regular cloud storage? While the end result is the same – your data is stored, the way in which it’s stored differs. With regular cloud storage, the data is stored in a centralized data center, it is not spread across the network. In contrast, distributed cloud storage places the data geographically closer to the end-user, spreading it across the network.
Distributed cloud comes with several advantages. Because of its geographical location, its users can benefit from faster transfer speed, reduced risk of data loss, and a much more decongested network.
Besides this, using distributed cloud storage is better for the planet's environmental well-being. How so? Well, a centralized data system requires a cool-down. This process demands an enormous amount of energy. It is even said that the Information Communication Technologies ecosystem represents 10% of the worldwide energy demand. This is where distributed cloud storage comes in and solves the energy requirement problem of cooling down the systems.
Cloud storage is, without doubt, the most used way to safely store your data. However, if you’re looking for a storage solution in 2024, you should consider using a distributed cloud. This way, you not only benefit from its advantages but also help reduce the energy consumption of our planet.
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