Use only 50-words max per topic to discuss and present your answer.  The discussion questions this week are from Chapter's 6 & 7  (Jamsa, 2013).Chapter 6 topics:

• Define and describe a SAN.
• Define and describe NAS.
• Describe how cloud-based data storage works.
• List the pros and cons of a cloud-based database.

Chapter 7 topics:

• Define collaboration.
• Define and describe cloud-based collaboration.
• The CIO of Ace Accounting Services suggests that the company can save considerable money using VoIP for phone calls. Define and describe VoIP. Then present three companies that provide VoIP offerings. Compare and contrast each company’s offering. Also, discuss whether or not you agree with the CIO and justify why.
• List the questions one should consider when evaluating a cloud-based collaborative solution.

Note: You are required to use at least two-peer reviewed sources to answer the above questions.  The initial post is due by Wednesday at 11:59pm ET.