Intel and McAfee to promote cloud user confidence

October 8, 2012 Off By David

Grazed from AMEInfo. Author: Editorial Staff.

Users worldwide are exposed to increasing amounts of unprotected data due, in part, to the explosion of connected devices, the internet, social media, cameras, sensors and user generated content. Industry experts predict that up to 90% of corporate data such as documents, webpages and email, is usually unstructured and potentially accessible.

Addressing cloud computing and security concerns during Gitex Technology Week, 14th to 18th October 2012, Intel and McAfee will focus on tackling four key areas that include; securing cloud data centers, securing the network connections, securing the devices that connect to cloud services and accelerating the development of unified standards for cloud security…

Commenting on the need for enhanced cloud security, Nassir Nauthoa, Intel General Manager, GCC, stated: "We believe that users should have access to a worry-free cloud computing environment that is protected by the best-in-class IT security. At Intel we are seeking to deliver better security for cloud environments while also enabling a broad range of open, interoperable security solutions through industry collaborations with partners such as McAfee."…

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