A news release posted on the official website of Malcolm Turnbull, Minister of Communications, announced that the guides were designed to help "small businesses adopt and use cloud computing services with confidence." These new and free tools for small businesses are accessible in four titles, namely:
- Cloud Computing Myths
- Questions to ask your Cloud Provider
- Small Business Privacy Factsheet
- Legal tips for Small Business Using Cloud Services.
"Cloud computing is already proving to be revolutionary for small businesses, as it significantly lowers cost barriers to ICT adoption. KPMG estimates the increased adoption of cloud services in Australian firms could boost the Australian economy by $3.32 billion a year," says Turnbull.
Prior to the documents' release, the department issued a report which revealed that only 16 per cent of small and medium-sized enterprises are using cloud computing. Lack of knowledge was noted as one of the reasons why many small businesses are still refusing to adopt cloud technology.
Cloud computing services allow users to store and access a wide range of data and programs over the Internet without the need to install a software. Among the benefits of cloud computing technology includes increased streamlined IT processes, increased collaboration, improved disaster recovery, and better document control.
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