10 Popular Cloud Computing

Examples That Are Often Used

9 Commonly Used Cloud Computing Examples and Their Features

1. Adobe Creative Cloud

Adobe Creative Cloud is a cloud service package with over 20 creative applications, including Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, and After Effects. This service is designed for creative professionals such as graphic designers, photographers, web editors, and web developers.

Its key features include 100GB of cloud storage, generative AI integration (Adobe Firefly), real-time collaboration, access to Adobe Fonts and Adobe Stock, and 1,000 monthly generative credits.

To subscribe, you can choose between an individual plan per application or an All Apps plan priced at Rp1,433,010 per month or Rp4,309,020 per year.

2. Amazon Web Services (AWS)

AWS is the world’s largest cloud platform, offering 200 comprehensive computing services, including computing, storage, databases, and artificial intelligence.

Its main features are high scalability, a pay-as-you-go payment model, and global support. AWS package prices vary greatly depending on the service used, ranging from 1-month to 12-month trials, monthly subscription models, and pay-per-use.

3. Dropbox

The next popular cloud computing service is Dropbox, a cloud storage service. With this application, you can store, share, and collaborate in real-time from various devices. Its simple interface makes document management more efficient.

Dropbox’s main features include automatic syncing, document collaboration, and data security. Dropbox offers a free plan with limited storage, and paid plans start at around Rp197,891.36 for larger storage.

With a subscription, you’ll get additional features like Dropbox Paper and third-party app integrations.

4. Google Drive

Google Drive provides a cloud storage service integrated with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides). Its key features include real-time collaboration, intelligent search, and high-level security.

Google offers a variety of cloud storage plans to suit user needs, from the 30 GB Lite plan for Rp12,200 per month to the 30 TB Premium plan for Rp2,025,000 per month for larger-scale needs.

5. iCloud

Then there’s iCloud, Apple’s cloud service that allows users to securely store photos, documents, and other data and access them from all their Apple devices. iCloud’s main features include iCloud Photos, Shared Photo Library, Shared Albums, iCloud Drive, iCloud Backup, and the ability to restore data to new Apple devices.

If you want to upgrade your storage capacity, you can choose iCloud+. With prices ranging from Rp15,000 to Rp169,000 per month, you’ll get 50 GB to 2 TB of storage for all your precious photos, videos, and files.

6. MEGA Cloud

MEGA is a cloud storage service known for its end-to-end encryption and high-level security. As a user, you’ll get 20GB free, with secure file sharing, multi-platform sync, and data sync and backup features.

For larger capacity, MEGA offers the Pro Flexi package priced at IDR 281,774 for 3TB of storage. This package also includes MEGA VPN, MEGA Pass, and unlimited chat and meeting features.

7. Microsoft Azure

Microsoft Azure is a cloud computing platform that provides a variety of services, including computing, analytics, storage, and networking. Typically, users can build, test, and manage applications through Microsoft’s global data centers.

Azure’s top features include global scalability, enterprise-grade security, and hybrid cloud support. Azure pricing is pay-as-you-go, as it depends on the services used.

Also read: The Importance of Data Security for a Business

8. OneDrive

OneDrive is a cloud storage service from Microsoft that’s integrated with Microsoft 365. It helps you easily collaborate and access files from various devices. Its top features include Office document collaboration, automatic backup, and data security.

As a user, you get 5GB of free storage. If you want to expand, Microsoft offers a variety of Microsoft 365 Basic, Personal, Family, and Business plans. Here’s the complete pricing list:

Microsoft 365 Personal: Rp135,999/month

Microsoft 365 Family: Rp169,999/month

Microsoft 365 Business Basic: USD$3.60 per user/month

Microsoft 365 Business Standard: USD$12.00 per user/month

Microsoft 365 Business Premium: USD$26.40 per user/month

9. Slack

The next recommended cloud computing platform is Slack, a cloud-based communication platform designed to enhance team collaboration. It includes instant messaging, voice and video calling, and integration with various third-party applications.

Key features include unlimited message history on paid plans, group calls with up to 50 participants, screen sharing, custom channel creation, and bot and automation support for business productivity.

Slack offers various subscription plans, including Pro, Business+, and Enterprise Grid. Prices also vary, starting at USD 8.75 per month for the Slack Pro plan.

10. Zoom

The final frequently used cloud computing example is Zoom Cloud Meeting. Zoom is a cloud-based communication platform that offers video conferencing, webinars, and online collaboration services. Since the pandemic, Zoom has become a popular platform for business, education, and personal use.

Zoom offers several subscription plans and pricing to suit your needs. Here’s the complete list:

Workplace

Pro: Rp129,372 per month/user

Business: Rp177,915 per month/user

Zoom Events & Zoom Webinars

Zoom Webinars: Rp1,180,023 (500 participants) – Rp96,941,130 (10,000 participants) per month

Monthly Zoom Sessions: Rp1,478,763 (100 participants) per month

Zoom Sessions Per Participant: Rp1,493,700 (50 participants) – Rp186,710,000 (10,000 participants)

Monthly Zoom Events: Rp2,225,613 (100 participants) per month

Zoom Events Per Participant: Rp1,867,150 (50 participants) – Rp231,520,000 (10,000 participants)

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