One of the most frequent questions we hear from clients about our cloud solutions is, “Is my data and systems secure?” The answer is yes and the best way to explain it is to look at the virtualization technology which is the infrastructure that makes up the cloud. There are many benefits to virtualization which we have discussed on our blog but we are going further explore the security of the cloud.
In a Virtualized server environment, you consolidate multiple servers into 1 virtual server. On average we have been able to take 7 separate traditional servers and consolidate them into 1 virtual machine. Just from system monitoring alone, it is easier to manage the security when you have fewer servers to monitor. In addition, having fewer points of entry reduces the risk of an attack and finding the root cause of a security breach, because there is only 1 way in. Also, with a virtualized server you are able to give users various levels of access, based on an application or even a process.
The security in a Hosted Private Cloud Solution environment, adds an additional layer of security to your specific virtualized environment. Think about it like a box inside of another box or a cloud with in a cloud. Your data and system are then isolated within 2 layers of security.
Virtualization also makes it more secure to use the public cloud. The technology allows you to be able to establish encryption keys for data going out of the cloud and back into it.
The bottom line is that in general the Cloud is safe but it is important to work with a company that has experience with all types of Cloud environments and can create custom cloud environment that best suites your business. Sun Digital has been working with virtualization technology and in the Cloud for 5 years and has experience in working with the area’s most complex IT environments. Let us help you recognize the power of getting into the Cloud. Schedule your Free Cloud Solution Consultation TODAY! | 
