Businesses concerned over cloud computing security risks

New research has revealed that businesses are largely keen to investigate the savings and flexibility offered by cloud computing but many still have concerns about the potential security risks.

Cloud computing deployment 'set to triple'

Cloud computing deployment looks set to triple within the next two years, according to a recent report published by the Open Data Center Alliance (ODCA).

Small businesses 'missing out' on cloud computing benefits

Small businesses are missing out on the benefits of cloud computing services, according to the latest Intel Business Index.

Cloud computing will 'dramatically change IT'

Cloud computing is set to bring about dramatic changes in the way IT works, many industry professionals believe.

A recent survey of Gartner Symposium ITxpo 2011 attendees, conducted by Appiro, revealed that 85 per cent of those questioned believe that the technology will dramatically change IT over the next five to ten years.

Cloud computing definition published

Cloud computing covers a large area of IT and has often brought confusion to those who don't have all of the information.

Tool launched to help with cloud move

Businesses considering moving their applications from in-house servers to cloud computing platforms could be interested to learn that a new tool is available to simplify the process.

VMware chief calls for multi-cloud system

Cloud computing vendors need to focus on avoiding vendor lock-in in the future and instead look for a clear balance involving integrated stacks and open standards on architecture.

Government to save millions with cloud, report confirms

The government expects to save millions of pounds by increasing its use of cloud computing, a recent paper has revealed.

Cloud computing predicted to outpace IT growth

Cloud computing as a sector has been predicted to grow at a pace that far exceeds the IT industry as a whole.

Half of UK organisations turning to cloud, research finds

Recent research has revealed that around half of organisations in the UK have turned to cloud-based services as the trend starts to become an established part of IT.