These days many families are separated by hundreds of miles and many families who live in the same household are separated by their schedule. It can be difficult to find time to communicate and share with our loved ones. In addition to all the wonderful business applications of cloud computing clouds are also great for families.

The cloud allows users to upload and store data on the internet and then grant multiple people to access the files. This means that a family could upload all of their family vacation pictures to the cloud and send the link to their extended family, who could then view the files without downloading them to their computer. The cloud eliminates the need to send emails with large attachments to every family member who wants to see the vacation pictures.

In addition to sharing photos and video with extended family the cloud can assist a family with their organization. Each family member could upload their calendar making it easier for families to plan time together. Families could also upload their shopping list so everyone could have access to it on the go.

Clouds are great for business, but they can also help bring a family together.