How would you go about explaining Netflix's cloud computing environment to someone who doesn't have a technical background?
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"The easiest way to understand Netflix's cloud is that it is just another version of the computer, Android phone, or storage device that 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 Netflix cloud can also host applications and streaming content, and execute them remotely. Again, this is similar to your computer, cell phone, or any other device you may use. Whenever you search Netflix for content or order something on the Netflix platform, you are using Netflix's cloud."
