Cloud computing for libraries (The Tech Set series, #11)

摘要

Imagine never having to worry about installing software on your computer, managing new versions and updates, watching for security breaches and installing patches - or worse still, facing the ordeal of restoring an operating system and hoping your last back-up was reasonably up-to-date when the system crashed. Imagine a computer automatically connecting to a fast-performing web browser loaded with plug-ins that can handle all sorts of tasks and giving instant access to all your data and applications. With no need for libraries to own and service banks of servers, the technicians would be able to devote their time to developing innovative services rather than managing technical infrastructure.