A Comparative Study on Cloud Storage Utilization Among Smartphone Users

SWAYAMPRAVA MISHRA

Authors

SWAYAMPRAVA MISHRA INDIA Author

Keywords:

smartphone users, technology adoption, data management

Abstract

The integration of smartphones into daily life has revolutionized personal computing and data management. With the exponential growth in smartphone ownership, the demand for efficient data storage solutions has intensified. Cloud storage offers a promising solution by providing convenient, scalable, and ubiquitous access to data. This paper explores the factors influencing the adoption of cloud storage among smartphone users. It examines technological, economic, and psychological factors that impact adoption rates. Additionally, it discusses challenges such as privacy concerns and security issues that may hinder widespread adoption. Through a comprehensive review of existing literature, this paper aims to provide insights into the extent to which smartphone users have embraced cloud storage solutions.

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