Cloud computing to benefit 'secret internet'

A secret layer of the internet, designed to increase anonymous communication, is looking into using cloud computing.

The Tor Project has often been used by activists to avoid censorship in certain countries where freedom of speech is compromised, although it has also been put to use for some less honourable reasons.

Healthcare industry shows growing interest in the cloud

Cloud computing is of increasing interest to members of the healthcare industry, although there is still some way to go before it is widely adopted.

Solving security issues 'will boost cloud development'

Development of cloud computing is likely to expand once the security issues have been ironed out, it has been suggested.

Cloud computing praised by former Dragon's Den star

Cloud computing has received the seal of approval from former Dragon's Den star James Caan.

Speaking at the Ahead in the Clouds event in London, the businessman and entrepreneur explained that cloud computing offers one of the best opportunities for new businesses for years.

Cloud computing uptake on the rise

Leased lines and managed networks are likely to be on the agenda of many businesses as research shows that cloud computing uptake is due to rise over the next couple of years.

Sunderland Council turns to the cloud

The advantages of cloud computing have been embraced by Sunderland Council as it has become one of the latest public departments to switch to the service.

Cloud computing needed to keep up to speed

Cloud computing is one of the only realistic ways in which companies can keep up to speed with the business world around them, it has been suggested.

Cloud computing set to change IT vendor system

The IT vendor system is due to be radically changed by cloud computing, according to one industry representative.

Fujitsu to extend cloud computing services

Technology firm Fujitsu has announced that it is to extend its cloud computing deployment services.

The company has launched two new services as well as a set of hardware modules, which combine to serve as a basis for enterprise private cloud computing deployment.

Cloud computing could halve carbon emissions

The financial benefits of cloud computing are now largely known by businesses, but the environmental advancements offered by the technology are only just starting to be noticed.