"The easiest way to understand Apple's cloud is that it is just another version of the computer, iPhone, or Apple storage device which is located remotely. It is similar to your hard drive or USB drive, except you access it via the Internet instead of directly on your computer. The Apple cloud can also host applications and execute them remotely. Again, this is similar to your computer, cell phone, or any other device you may use. Whenever you make a phone call, ask Apple for information, or order something in the Apple App Store, you are using Apple's cloud."