How does cloud compliance differ from traditional data centers

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I'm currently managing compliance in the cloud for an upcoming project, but before diving deeper, I wanted to understand how cloud compliance differs from traditional data centers.
Nov 19 in Cloud Computing by Priyanka
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Cloud compliance focuses on meeting security and regulatory standards in a virtual, distributed environment, while traditional data centers rely on physical infrastructure managed by the organization itself.

Difference between Cloud Compliance and Traditional Data Centers:

Aspect Cloud Compliance Traditional Data Centers
Ownership Shared responsibility between cloud provider and user Full ownership and responsibility by the organization
Regulations More flexible with global standards and certifications Full ownership and responsibility by the organization
Security Controls Managed by the cloud provider with shared security model Managed entirely by the organization
Audits & Reporting Simplified with built-in tools and monitoring Requires manual audits and internal tools
Scalability High scalability with on-demand resources Limited by physical infrastructure

Cloud compliance is usually more flexible and efficient. Cloud providers have tools that help follow regulations, making it easier to manage than traditional data centers.

answered Nov 20 by Rajesh

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