First of all, what is Cloud Storage? How is it important? Does it have advantages over the regular storage techniques? Well, Cloud storage is a cloud computing model in which data is stored on remote servers accessed from the Internet, or "cloud." It is maintained, operated and managed by a cloud storage service provider on a storage servers that are built on virtualization techniques. But you have to adhere to the safety tips so as to enjoy all of its benefits.
Cloud storage is an alternative to storing files and other information on your devices. It is important and advantageous because it's accessible from any part of the world even when your device breaks down or is stollen, you can always use another Internet enabled device to access your saved documents, files and information. However, just like other online activities, there is risk of security issues and some people had regretted after their data were hacked. So here are the top safety tips you should always have in mind while using cloud storage services to secure your information from unscrupulous compromise.
1. Read the terms and conditions of your chosen service and make sure you are satisfied with them.
2. Make sure your uploads and downloads are encrypted, and if possible use a service that keeps your data encrypted in the cloud and also limits the amount of people that can access it.
3. Don’t upload anything that you wouldn’t be comfortable having accessed by someone else.
4. Do not upload content on public WiFI, like at a café or a library. Also, keep your home WiFi password-protected.
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5. Do not upload any sensitive information to the cloud. This includes nude pictures, medical records and financial information.
6. Make your password really strong, and tell it to absolutely no one.
7. Use multiple cloud services for an added layer of redundancy and back up everything outside of the cloud as well
8. Anticipate what might happen and plan for it. for example, you should be prepared in case you lose your laptop, the cloud storage servers crash, or anything else.
9. Do not assume that a cloud storage service will be reliable and you’re unlikely to be disappointed when it turns out not to be
10. Here’s one of the most important tips: make sure the service you choose has a good security reputation before you start using it.
11. There are certain tools you can use to encrypt your data before you upload it to the cloud. These include Boxcryptor, Spideroak, etc. Check them out, and use them to secure your data before it gets to the cloud.
Cloud storage is an alternative to storing files and other information on your devices. It is important and advantageous because it's accessible from any part of the world even when your device breaks down or is stollen, you can always use another Internet enabled device to access your saved documents, files and information. However, just like other online activities, there is risk of security issues and some people had regretted after their data were hacked. So here are the top safety tips you should always have in mind while using cloud storage services to secure your information from unscrupulous compromise.
SAFETY TIPS FOR CLOUD STORAGE SERVICES
1. Read the terms and conditions of your chosen service and make sure you are satisfied with them.
2. Make sure your uploads and downloads are encrypted, and if possible use a service that keeps your data encrypted in the cloud and also limits the amount of people that can access it.
3. Don’t upload anything that you wouldn’t be comfortable having accessed by someone else.
4. Do not upload content on public WiFI, like at a café or a library. Also, keep your home WiFi password-protected.
SEE ALSO... Top Security Apps For Your Android Devices
5. Do not upload any sensitive information to the cloud. This includes nude pictures, medical records and financial information.
6. Make your password really strong, and tell it to absolutely no one.
7. Use multiple cloud services for an added layer of redundancy and back up everything outside of the cloud as well
8. Anticipate what might happen and plan for it. for example, you should be prepared in case you lose your laptop, the cloud storage servers crash, or anything else.
9. Do not assume that a cloud storage service will be reliable and you’re unlikely to be disappointed when it turns out not to be
10. Here’s one of the most important tips: make sure the service you choose has a good security reputation before you start using it.
11. There are certain tools you can use to encrypt your data before you upload it to the cloud. These include Boxcryptor, Spideroak, etc. Check them out, and use them to secure your data before it gets to the cloud.
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