The Privacy Commissioner has launched a consultation on the privacy implications of cloud computing. Responses will be accepted until April 15th.
Privacy Commissioner Launches Consultation on Cloud Computing
February 11, 2010
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In my mind…
Cloud computer for consumers would only work in a world where it isn’t supplied by money-focused corporations. I’m sorry, but in the present day it isn’t practical or wise.
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Eric: Not even sure it would really work in that situation as well. Cloud computers, in particular network storage devices, will most likely become a big target for data miners and intelligence agencies.
Because of this I don’t think the Privacy Commish needs to do a consultation. Because you should have absolutely no expectation of privacy. The companies supplying the service can try, but at the end of the day they are always in a defensive posture, reacting to new attacks on the system. This doesn’t even start the cover issues surrounding access for law enforcement, intelligence and security organizations in various countries.
The best thing that the commish could do is a public education campaign, stating that if you put personal, proprietary or classified information into the cloud, even if it is encrypted, expect to have it compromised.
RE: Anon-K
“Eric: Not even sure it would really work in that situation as well. Cloud computers, in particular network storage devices, will most likely become a big target for data miners and intelligence agencies.”
I fully agree Anon-K. In my mind, a Star Trek utopia world would be the only place cloud computing would possibly work.
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Cloud computing is getting bigger and better. More companies and individuals are curious about it and some already applied the use of cloud computing. We heard bad and positive feedback from the people around the globe. Would you think this has a good impact to our technology and the people?
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