Cost-effective data encryption in the cloud

Microsoft talks cloud computing security, plans to offer private cloud software; Analysis: TSA document release show pitfalls of electronic redaction Security Alert NetworkWorld.com | Update Your Profile | Forward this to a Friend >>> Sponsored by Sophos FREE Data Leakage for Dummies Book from Sophos You need to protect your company's most valuable asset – your data. Request a book today! Learn More Now Spotlight Story Cost-effective data encryption in the cloud It's certainly a good practice to encrypt sensitive data that is stored or used on PCs, thumb drives and other portable devices. Some companies fear the cost and complexity of data encryption. Now a cloud-based service makes it easy and very cost effective to implement encryption as a means to secure sensitive data. 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