Cloud storage is like a virtual hard drive on the internet. Using a service like Google Drive, Dropbox, or Microsoft OneDrive means your files are safe even if your laptop is lost, stolen, or dies. More than just backup, it allows you to access your files from any device—your phone, a library computer, or a friend’s laptop.
A great strategy is to use the “sync folder” provided by these services for your active, important projects. This keeps a local copy on your computer and a synced copy in the cloud. For older files you need to keep but rarely access, you can save space by uploading them directly to the cloud and removing the local copy. This creates a perfect blend of performance, accessibility, and peace of mind.