University of Michigan Introduces “Cloud Security”

University of Michigan Introduces “Cloud Security”

Author JoeDigital

A new twist on Open Communication - Cloud AntiVirus

Research recently done by the University of Michigan introduces a better solution to virus detection and computer protection – “the cloud”. This is a method where a series of servers are connected to act as large anti-virus software.

The concept is behind the “cloud”, which actually refers to the servers that work together by facilitating the different anti-virus software installed on each of the computers. Through network, the respective anti-virus software has been found to be capable of detecting over 35 percent more viruses than just one anti-virus which clutters up the desktop and takes up memory.

This new technology is said to be a response to the many viruses that can be reproduced in other mediums despite having the best and most updated anti-virus software installed. This kind of approach, however, is still being questioned as to its effectiveness on the internet as well as matters of security, since the anti-viruses severely rely on the need to have accessible computers.

And the best is yet to come.  Cloud security doesn’t alienate other antivirus programs, but incorporates many.  At this writing, Cloud Security is compatible with 12 popular security applications.

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