The world may be shifting back to the massive mainframe model, where terminals are simply local access points of a huge computer in a central hive. However, I won’t make that change. If my data is in a cloud, it’s not mine, it’s the cloud’s data; I lose privacy, protection and probably any sign that it is being read by snoops or the government.
If it is on a computer in my home, I gain privacy, control and protection. In short, personal computer = personal property rights over my information.
I agree 100% MY computer MY data! The cloud can stick it where the sun doesn’t shine! (pun intended)