Thread: 'Cloud' software

got me fooled why one would want to put their data outside of their control ................

but you have a supermarket rewards card also ?

I think cloud computing is more about accessing software as an online service (versus locally installed software) than simple data storage.

1 Tb is about the standard size for an external HD these days.

You can store all your data on a $120 Hd and keep a backup also.

This also means you don't need data connection to access your data.

dropbox is good,

Yes I surprisingly have to agree with butters this time. I use dropbox.

1tb of "cloud" space is going to be costly not to mention if your storing pirated movies/tv shows it aint all that of a good idea.

Google Drive is free, 5Gb.

I agree that no-one should store sensitive material in the Cloud (a fancy fucking term for "On the Internet"), but if you want stuff available from anywhere on any device, it's not a bad solution.

Originally Posted by Mid

but you have a supermarket rewards card also ?

connected to your Facebook account..

Originally Posted by Mid

got me fooled why one would want to put their data outside of their control ................

but you have a supermarket rewards card also ?

WTF??? I dont get it.

data mining , but should be bet .

Just a dig at why you would want to play loose with your data ?

Originally Posted by Looper

Tb is about the standard size for an external HD these days.

Yes but files are constantly being changed that I need to be able to access while away.

Originally Posted by harrybarracuda

1tb of "cloud" space is going to be costly

I don't need 1 TB of cloud space. I just need staff to upload what I need to the cloud so I can then download.

Originally Posted by harrybarracuda

I agree that no-one should store sensitive material in the Cloud (a fancy fucking term for "On the Internet"), but if you want stuff available from anywhere on any device, it's not a bad solution.

Yes that's the idea. I can't think of a better solution really. And no these are not classified files or beastiality porn. It's business stuff and completely worthless to anyone else.

Will try dropbox, cheers.

Originally Posted by Mid

data mining , but should be bet .

Just a dig at why you would want to play loose with your data ?

What are you going on about Mid. Had a few this arvo eh?

In other news, I have 1 TB of free worthless files if anyone wants them.

Originally Posted by 9999

All your files

perhaps you may care to review your own OP ?

Originally Posted by FailSafe

as if users aren't confident they will not use the service. If there is anything sensitive you need to upload, you have the option of encrypting it yourself first.

sadly , wikileaks , anonymous and assorted others did not get that memo .............

Originally Posted by Mid

Originally Posted by FailSafe

as if users aren't confident they will not use the service. If there is anything sensitive you need to upload, you have the option of encrypting it yourself first.

sadly , wikileaks , anonymous and assorted others did not get that memo .............

I believe with Wikileaks, the person responsible for the security of the information was involved with the release of it- it wasn't 'hacked'- most people who lose their info either do it through phishing attacks or by using foolishly simple passwords.

There are a few good articles re: cloud security- here's one:

Top tips on securing corporate data in the cloud | Media network | Guardian Professional

all well and good , however what about old fashioned tapping as the data is up 'n down loaded ?

hard to argue against the premise that the lower the exposure the lower the risk .

So between Google drive and Dropbox, what are the pros and cons?

I basically need to upload stuff in the morning so the office can download it. Then the office uploads after the work day so I can download, check and file the files. There'd be about 3-5 gig uploaded / downloaded twice a day.

Originally Posted by Mid

Originally Posted by FailSafe

as if users aren't confident they will not use the service. If there is anything sensitive you need to upload, you have the option of encrypting it yourself first.

sadly , wikileaks , anonymous and assorted others did not get that memo .............

Technically I suppose you could use TrueCrypt, but if you have stuff that needs that level of protection, then Big Brother is probably already onto you.

Originally Posted by Mid

all well and good , however what about old fashioned tapping as the data is up 'n down loaded ?

hard to argue against the premise that the lower the exposure the lower the risk .

That's why you should encrypt sensitive data before uploading it.

It seems as if people in the IT field (including those on the security end) generally feel that the cloud will be secure as long as users take proper measures with their data- if those in the industry are willing to use it, that's a pretty glowing endorsement.

Originally Posted by Mid

all well and good , however what about old fashioned tapping as the data is up 'n down loaded ?

Sorry mate but I just can't understand you today. Are you talking in cryptic riddles?

Originally Posted by Mid

hard to argue against the premise that the lower the exposure the lower the risk .

Cheers for the concern though I think risk management is under control.

Any other options apart from the 2 already mentioned that peoples have used?

with Harry on this one and in reality it would appear that all 9999 really wants to do is transfer data from A to B and back twice a day .

this can be achieved much more securely than dumping it in an on-line mail box for pick up by a third party .

Originally Posted by harrybarracuda

You can't expect users to take proper measures when they don't really understand what the risks are.

I found out quite a bit in less than 10 minutes when I was looking over articles before responding to this thread- it doesn't take too much research to learn how to properly protect your data.