Privacy Commissioner announces consultations on cloud computing

OTTAWA – Canada’s Privacy Commissioner will hold consultations on privacy issues related to cloud computing practices.Cloud computing typically refers to the provision of web-based services using hardware and software managed by third parties. The services, including on-line file storage, social networking sites, webmail and on-line business applications, are generally located on remote computers. They are available over network connections, regardless of the user's own location.This is the second public consultation aimed at exploring technological trends that are likely to affect the privacy of Canadians. Last month the Commissioner announced that a similar process will focus on the on-line tracking, profiling...