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With the hype that surrounds the “cloud” these days, practically everyone has heard about it; but what is the cloud, really? Why should you care?

Simply put, the cloud refers to cloud computing, a setup which allows technology users from all over the world to tap into the collective power of countless computers hooked up to each other. Instead of having the users having to download the necessary information onto their hard drives, the data is stored in servers, ready to be accessed at will. This is one big reason the global data center service industry has boomed in the recent years.

One can easily see the benefits that cloud computing offers.

1. You can access data anywhere and anytime.
2. The data is kept more secure
3. Updates to software are not the user’s responsibility anymore
4. The cost to the business/user is drastically reduced.

Still not clear about what the cloud is? Let’s take a look at some of the most popular services that people use today. Have you honed your microblogging skills by posting updates in 140 words or less? Twitter runs on the cloud. What e-mail platform do you use? Gmail perhaps? It also runs on the cloud. Then there is Facebook, perhaps the biggest thing to happen online in the recent years. Yes, it also runs on the cloud.

The next time you hear people talking about the cloud, you will at least have an idea what they are talking about. Whether you’re looking for solutions for personal or business purposes, the cloud will have something for you; and the way things are going, everyone’s going to rely on the cloud in the near future.

Boeing Co.’s decision to pull out inflight internet service in 2006 paved the way for other airlines to reconsider their own installation of this upgrade. Analysts said that the failure of Boeing’s Connexion online service rests in the fact that it’s very costly to install and operate. Therefore, large expenses were already due before a single customer pays. Add to this the downturn in airline sales brought about by the terrorist attacks made in 2001.

Virgin Airlines, Jetblue Airways Corp., and AMR Corp.’s American Airline are now turning to air-to-ground connections in order to avoid the expensive satellite fees of Boeing.

Brazil has enthralled vacationers with its white-sand beaches, creased with palm trees fronting the beautiful Atlantic sea. Brazil also lures travelers with its grandiose waterfalls, and see-through rivers. And when talking about Brazil how can we forget about its most famous attractions, viz., the Amazon and the Pantanal, which is abode to a variety of flora and fauna, natural surroundings, and all-embracing natural wealth. Yet, whether you are traveling to Brazil or live and work there, it is extremely important that you can access your business email, on Exchange 2010 hosting or on Microsoft Exchange Server with an MS Exchange provider. If you have BlackBerry, you can access your BlackBerry Exchange Server email on a phone or from a cyber cafe. Read the rest of this entry »