| 1. Cloud Computing refers to delivery of different services such as data and programs through internet on different servers. | 1. Traditional Computing refers to delivery of different services on local server. |
| 2. In Cloud Computing, User can access data anywhere at any time. | 2. In Traditional, User can access data only on system in which data is stored. |
| 3. It requires fast, reliable and stable internet connection to access information anywhere at any time. | 3. It does not require any internet connection to access data or information. |
| 4. It takes place on third-party servers that is hosted by third-party hosting companies. | 4. It takes place on physical hard drives and website servers. |
| 5. Cloud Computing provides more storage space | 5. Traditional Computing provides less storage space |
| 6. Software is offered as an on-demand service (SaaS) that can be accessed through subscription service. | 6. Software in purchased individually for every user and requires to be updated periodically. |
| 7. Cloud Computing provides scalability and elasticity | 7. Traditional Computing does not provide any scalability and elasticity. |