Is this a true cloud? Or Is this just a sync service?

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What are the limitations? Is MobileMe more of a cloud?

Kappy · Accepted Answer

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Michael Black · Answer

By most popular definitions, a network cloud is just network accessed storage and/or software, so I&#x27;d say sure, it is a "true" cloud service.  A network cloud can be utilized for a wide array of things, from simple storage, backup or file sync, to hosting remote applications, shared resources or whatever.iCloud is a network accessed storage service for sync&#x27;ing Apple device and software content.

Julian Wright · Answer

A "cloud" in computing terms is simply an internet-based server on which your data is stored and where applications that provide that data run.MobileMe and iCloud are the same in that respect. They both store data on a remote server from where you can access/sync it.As far as limitations, you need to be a bit more specific in your question. iCloud does a lot, and each of its various functions have their own individual limits.

Rpalmer56 · Answer

Can you upload files and store them such as pictures, movies, zip files? Do the files need to remain on my hard drive? Can I share files?

Julian Wright · Answer

iCloud does not currently have an equivalent feature to MobileMe&#x27;s iDisk feature, which did allow you to upload, store and share arbitrary files.There are iOS apps that can store files in iCloud - I&#x27;ve yet to see any Mac-based applications that do the same.