Cloud vs. Desktop Accounting: Which is Better?
Still haven’t decided between cloud-based accounting software and the online one?Here’s a simplified comparison we made just for you that we hope can help make up your mind. SecurityWe know that one of the main concerns you have about accounting software is its security. “Isn’t cloud-based more susceptible to malware, virus, and unauthorized access AKA hacking?” you ask.Bellingham Wallace Accounting says that’s a myth. Both are still secure, with the online accounting gaining a bit of the upper hand here. Cloud-based systems’ data are stored in secure dedicated servers, which are protected by enterprise-level security systems. And because it is “in the cloud,” it is safe from physical threats (e.g. anything that can damage your computer).On the other hand, offline or on-premise accounting systems are protected by your local security…
