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Security Plus Cloud: Safeguarding the Future of Digital Infrastructure
Introduction
The rapid evolution of technology has brought unprecedented changes to how businesses operate, with cloud computing emerging as a transformative force. However, with great power comes great responsibility, and the surge in cloud adoption has necessitated a parallel focus on security. This blog delves into the intricate relationship between cloud computing and security, exploring how organizations can leverage the cloud while ensuring robust security measures to protect their data and operations.
Understanding Cloud Computing
Cloud computing refers to the delivery of computing services — including servers, storage, databases, networking, software, and analytics — over the internet, or “the cloud.” This model offers numerous advantages, such as cost savings, scalability, flexibility, and access to a wide range of services and applications.
Key Characteristics of Cloud Computing
- On-Demand Self-Service: Users can provision computing resources as needed without human intervention from the service provider.
- Broad Network Access: Services are accessible over the network through standard mechanisms, promoting usage across a variety of…
