head in the_clouds_feet_firmly_on_the_ground mar.ppt
DESCRIPTION
Presentation on cloud computing for small businesses and professionals created completely usng cloud based resources for the Michigan Association of REALTORS broker summit April 2011TRANSCRIPT
What is the Cloud? "The cloud is a set of services and
technologies that enable the delivery of computing services over the Internet in
real-time, allowing end-users instant access to data and applications from any
device with Internet access
What is the Cloud?
Why Use Cloud Computing
• Bring down computing costs o Less Need to purchase expensive computers o No need for complicated networks or dedicated servers o No need for expensive software o No Cost for software upgrades o No worries about machine and software system compatibility
Why Use Cloud Computing
• Greater freedom for for you o access data and applications from just about anywhere o access data and applications using almost anything (like terminals,
mobile, net books etc). o Since the equipment can be quite basic, this helps bring down
overall hardware costs as well.
Why Use Cloud Computing
• Centralized and agile... o Use cloud computing to ensure that everyone is on the same page
Same software Same versions of the software
o Be sure everyone is using the same processes in your company
Why Use Cloud Computing
• Safe and Secure... o You aren't worried about your computer crashing - your data is safe,
stored in redundant servers on high quality hardware serviced by people whose sole job is to maintain those computes and the date and software on them
o Security is also maintained by professionals who have much scarier thoughts than we do
Concerns About Cloud Computing
• Subscription model means ongoing expenses • You need an internet connection (sort of)
Overview of cloud computing
Applications
Applications
Applications - GMail
Applications - Google Docs
Applications- Google Calendar
Applications - Google Gears
Applications - Flickr
Applications - Flickr
Applications - Flickr
Applications- Picnik Photo Editor
Applications- Picnik Photo Editor
Applications- Picnik Photo Editor
Applications- Picnik Photo Editor
Applications- Picnik Photo Editor
Applications- Picnik Photo Editor
Applications- Skype
Applications- Skype
Applications- Springpad
Applications- Springpad
Applications- Springpad
Applications- Springpad
Applications- Springpad
Resources-Information on Individuals
Pipl
Resources-Realtor.org Library
Resources-Realtor.org Field Guides
Resources-Realtor.org Videos
Resources-Realtor Content Resource
Resources-Free Custom Music
Resources-Research
Google reader
Resources-Research
A Complete Desktop Solution Joli Cloud
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Your MLS
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Follr.me
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Dropbox
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Dropbox
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Sugar Synch
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Remember the Milk
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Remember the Milk
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Evernote - Web Version
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Evernote- Desktop Version
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Evernote - Mobile Apps
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Mint.Com
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Mint.Com
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Mint.Com
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Mint.Com
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Mint.Com
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use GoldMail
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use GoldMail
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use GoldMail
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use GoldMail
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Gist
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Delicious
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Delicious
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Delicious
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Slide Share
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Slide Share
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Slide Share
10 Specific Tools for REALTORS to use Slide Share
