Unfriendly Clouds
Cloud computing is a major source of excitement in the world of cyberspace these days. Microsoft’s “to the cloud” commercials may or may not depict any sort of potential reality, but they have certainly planted the idea firmly in the American consciousness. Does the cloud mean an end to computer support needs and data recovery issues? Some can see a digital paradise of hidden hardware and ease of access. Is this the reality of the situation? The answer lies somewhere in a combination of factors.
Many see the cloud as an opportunity to reduce overhead, material costs and make computer support and data recovery easier with the reduction of the physical clutter of personal computer networks. The simplicity of data backup with the cloud also allows businesses to feel protected against hardware failures and problems during data recovery. While all of these improvements are possible by moving data processes to the cloud, potential pitfalls do exist. If removing local infrastructure for cloud services is your chosen course, be sure to consult a computer support expert and learn about potential problems before they happen.
Data transported to the cloud is essentially out of your control. Uploading and removing information is possible, but someone else owns the data centers housing the information. Computer support issues are still possible as servers may be configured incorrectly. Hackers targeting the center storing your data may steal or corrupt files. The hardware storing data still exists; it just exists elsewhere. Problems related to hardware still arise, causing unforeseen failures, data recovery disasters, and the potential loss of essential information. Data recovery may or may not be possible depending on the problem.
Internet security is a major issue for many businesses as they contemplate a move to the cloud. Outside ownership means that computer support may be out of your control once a cloud service is chosen. You are casting your lot with the service provider’s computer support personnel. The importance of the information stored in the cloud dictates the level of risk. The more essential your data recovery needs are, the more concerned you should be. Depending on the nature of the data stored, theft or loss could lead to legal repercussions. Consulting trusted computer support experts about the positives, risks, and options before reaching a decision is more than a good idea.
In a computerized world, the risk of hardware failure and the need for data recovery by skilled computer support will never completely disappear. Machines fail no matter where they are. Human beings make errors and cybercriminals are not stopping their activities. If moving processes and data to the cloud is the right option for you or your business, be sure you are prepared. Preparing for the unknown with the help of local computer support can help make problems, such as data recovery, less of a worry for you and your clients.
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