I also have my reservations, but would think we could use (or write if not available) a simple encryption program to encrypt all the files before they go to the remote server. Then I would be more than happy to have the ultra convenience of automated offsite backup. Does anyone know if this exists?
At 12:06 AM 03/03/2009, you wrote: >Jeff Johnson wrote: > > Am I the only one concerned about having Carbonite or Google or anyone > > else having personal data? I go through training with major > > corporations regarding handling of personal data. I really don't want > > this type of information stored on someone else's server. Don't you > > have any concerns about this? What makes you sure that your data is > > secure? Or are you just storing information that is not critical to > > your livelihood? > > > > I am interested in hearing your ideas. > >Jeff, you aren't alone. I'm quite concerned about how much data my customers >willingly save on other companies' servers. It's like everyone >trusts not only that >people aren't going to willing sell their demographic information, >but also that >nobody is going to successfully hack into those systems. > >I see gmail as a big ticking time-bomb. > >Paul > > [excessive quoting removed by server] _______________________________________________ Post Messages to: [email protected] Subscription Maintenance: http://leafe.com/mailman/listinfo/profox OT-free version of this list: http://leafe.com/mailman/listinfo/profoxtech Searchable Archive: http://leafe.com/archives/search/profox This message: http://leafe.com/archives/byMID/profox/[email protected] ** All postings, unless explicitly stated otherwise, are the opinions of the author, and do not constitute legal or medical advice. This statement is added to the messages for those lawyers who are too stupid to see the obvious.
