Advantages and Disadvantages

Working with cloud computing has it's advantages but at the same time it has it's disadvantages. Here are some things to remember when working with the cloud...

Advantages

1. It gives you the opportunity to meet new people and connect/work with them over the internet. It is amazing that you are able to connect with people on a global scale and there is a HUGE benefit to it- strength in weak ties: innovation and creativity are more likely to occur between people via the internet because you have access to a seemingly infinite amount of different view points and opinions.
2. More time to present the best version of yourself, whereas in person you are given this luxury (Example: Virtual Chior- Eric Whitacre).
3. Cost effective.
4. Easier to manage.
5. Gives you the ability to step outside of your comfort zone (Example: Virtual Chior- Eric Whitacre).

Disadvantages 

It's not always sunny when it comes to the Cloud, there are some disadvantages of using Cloud computing. 

1. Loss of genuine connection: the internet disconnects us from one another and does not allow people to build the same relationships that you are able to build in person. 
2. You can't judge emotion: things such as social cues are harder to distinguish over the computer. 
3. Longer waiting time: it is easier to insure a response to your questions in person- so people aren't as punctual. 
4. Access to internet is not always reliable: some people are unable to get access to the internet as easily as others and even when they have connection can be weak or they can disconnect. 
5. Harder to resolve conflicts: in person you are able to talk to things out, whereas online there is a communication barrier.