Cloud Computing Discussion

611_WEEK5DFRead/Review:Cloud Security and Privacy : Data Security and StorageIBM Discovery – Homomorphic EncryptionBruce Scheier on Homomorphic EncryptionHomomorphic Encryption Applied to the Cloud Computing SecurityChapter 4, Cloud Data Security and Storage (Optional, if you have the book)Read through the articles on homomorphic encryption above. You might also find a few more articles before you submit your posting.Given the information in these articles, provide your opinion on the realistic use of homomorphic encryption in cloud security. Is it ready for use? If not, why not? If so, why isn’t it already being used? What other forms of encryption are in use to protect data in cloud storage?Read all postings and respond to at least two other postings, following the guidelines for participation. This part of the discussion assignment is due by the end of the academic week to get credit.Discussion forums are graded weekly following the academic week.