Im In The Cloud; Now What!

Im In The Cloud; Now What! Make Money Online Queries? Struggling To Get Traffic To Your Blog? Sign Up On (HBB) Forum Now!Im In The Cloud; Now What!?Updated On 17/04/2017Author : Selena NarayanasamyTopic : SecurityShort URL : http://hbb.me/2ozeFXF CONNECT WITH HBB ON SOCIAL MEDIA Follow @HellBoundBlogAh, Cloud Computing. Is there anything more serene and beautiful than the realm of shared Internet space? Can any other ease-of-access concept go so far in allowing you to retrieve important files and functionality from wherever you are? Can any tech support group do such a good job at retaining a stable environment? Still, for all its wonders, cloud computing must be treated with care.Passwords become your electronic locksLocking your virtual content using passwords is an important step in making sure that your cloud world doesnt become stormy. Remember, if someone gets access to your cloud space without your permission, that means this person has access to any content you put there and can delete your files, al ter your settings, or lock you out. When youre creating a password, remember the following simple tips:1) Use multiple types of characters (capitalized or not, spaces, symbols, and numbers). 2) Use different passwords for different accounts. 3) Make sure the phrase is not predictable, even by those who are close to you. 4) Dont ever, ever, ever share your password with anyone you wouldnt trust with your life.MORE TIPS : Tips For Creating Secure And Strong PasswordsSharing is caring, but be careful about itOne of the great benefits of the world of cloud is that you can share your documents with anyone. This can mean simply allowing people to view your project, inviting collaborators, or adding administrators. Be cautious about who you let in because people who arent careful or are feeling malicious can use their access to severely damage your operations. One of the most obvious risks is having terminated employees go postal on your shared space. Make sure that you restrict them from your email hosting, shared documents, and other sensitive areas prior to dropping the ax.READLabnol: Our Theories On What HappenedBeware of what is sharedIn the movie Inception, the protagonists make a living stealing business ideas and sensitive business information from the brains of their subjects. They do this through elaborate intrusion into an individuals dreams. Those ideas are so valuable that they are highly paid for these complex and advanced operations. If you have truly vital business information that must be kept from your competitors, try to keep it in your dreams instead of on the web. If you must store it on the web, then secure it by using more than just a password. Use Cloud Encryption and highly restrictive permissions to keep this information safe.Now that youre an inhabitant of the cloud world, youre likely to find that your life is easier, information is more accessible, and difficult tasks are simpler. However, increased accessibility for you could also mean m ore accessibility for people you dont want seeing your information. Because of that, take the needed steps to secure your online space. Its even more vital than locking your office doors at night.If you like to share some similar tips, please share them in the comments!