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Cloud Storage Provider <\/strong>Questions <\/strong><\/h1>\n

As with many new technologies, attitudes toward cloud storage vary. Telephones were immobile; wearables perhaps unwarranted. And now, the global cloud storage market was estimated at $21.1 7 billion in 2015, and is expected to hit $97.41 billion by 2022<\/a>, registering a CAGR of 24.8% from 2016 to 2022.<\/p>\n

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Growing demand for low-cost data storage and faster data accessibility, increase in cloud adoption across several industry verticals, a significant shift to hybrid cloud as primary deployment model, and growing concerns for data recovery & protection fuel the growth of the global cloud storage market. On the other hand, lack of IT infrastructure and several security concerns over cloud storage hamper the growth to a certain extent. Nevertheless, growing cloud adoption among SMEs and increasing awareness of cloud computing benefits are expected to create multiple opportunities in the market.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

To start learning more about cloud storage, here are three important questions to ask before committing to a single provider.<\/p>\n

\"Storage\"<\/p>\n

Question: <\/strong>How safe is your platform\u2019s encryption method?<\/em><\/p>\n

Ideal Answer:<\/strong> While end-to-end encryption is a popular option, the safest cloud storage providers also use client-side encryption. Unlike services that just use the first, which only protects data during transfer to the cloud, those that also use client-side encryption ensure safety at all times. To do so, this method entrusts users complete control over the encryption process.<\/p>\n

In passing governance from platform to user, client-side encryption<\/a> tasks consumers with the creation and safeguarding of their own information. Users alone have access to encryption keys and, with the entry of their passphrase, can personalize security. This method is safer, as it removes the liability of password theft from servers. It also guarantees that a platform will never know the name, type or contents of files stored on the cloud. For users new to cloud computing, security assurances like these affirm the value of a storage solution.<\/p>\n

Question: <\/strong>How much storage space will I actually get?<\/em><\/p>\n

Ideal Answer:<\/strong> Storage is a tricky feature to grasp because many cloud platforms are not as transparent as they should be. While some solutions claim to be unlimited, this is not true. Most encryption methods require a copy of every file on both a user\u2019s computer and the cloud. This makes \u2018unlimited\u2019 contingent upon a user\u2019s own available hard drive space. In order to be truly unlimited, cloud storage needs to happen directly on the cloud. Providers can engineer autonomous cloud systems to accommodate a user\u2019s storage needs, taking up no space on the hard drive.<\/p>\n

In terms of space, look for a platform that allows large files to be transferred, too. Chances are good that every user will need to upload a large file at some point (for example, high-resolution photos). Ensure that the service you choose will oblige to this request when the time comes.<\/p>\n

\"Statistica<\/p>\n

(You will find more infographics at Statista<\/a>)<\/p>\n

Question:<\/strong> Is it easy to collaborate on your platform?<\/em><\/p>\n

Ideal Answer:<\/strong> Partnering with a cloud storage provider should always make collaboration easier. After storing files on the cloud, users should be able to improve the following:<\/p>\n