Google cloud connect is an initiative in cloud computing by Google team to meet your needs, budget, and to bridge the gap between standalone desktop application and web application
So, what is Google Cloud Connect ?
Google Cloud Connect is an add-in for Microsoft Office 2003, 2007 and 2010 that enable you to quickly sync your Word document, Excel spreadsheet and PowerPoint presentation with Google Docs.
How to use Google Cloud Connect ?
You need a Gmail ID; if you already have a Gmail account, you are good to go. Visit the Google Cloud connect page. Download the add-in and install it on your PC. Working with the add-in is very simple. Open Microsoft Office apps such as Word, Excel or PowerPoint and you will see a toolbar for sharing documents. To sync a document, create a document and click on the “Sync” button. After your Document get sync with “Google Docs”, the URL of your document will appear right on the toolbar. Isn’t it so simple, one-click affair.
How Google Cloud Connect is useful ?
Your documents will be store on powerful cloud servers – you don’t need to bother about updating office software versions and sharing your work will become easier – no need to carry a storage medium ( CD, DVD, or USB flash drive) to transfer file from one place to other.
Second concern is productivity.Google docs had introduced real-time collaboration within a document which permit multiple users to edit a single document. Google Docs is a more comprehensive approach for more extensive collaboration than office 2010. Google also offer real time chat and enable users to easily access and edit their documents on Mobile devices such as smart phones and tablets.
Here is an introductory video of Google cloud connect .