The document discusses security issues related to cloud computing data storage. It examines how companies can make informed decisions about storing data in the cloud and ensure sufficient privacy protection and regulatory compliance. The purpose is to look at basic security methods and how compliance is controlled. It recommends companies consider the security, availability, scalability, and stability of cloud providers before contracting with them. Privacy, security, and compliance are major concerns since companies lose direct oversight of their data and may not know where it is located or who the external providers are. Cloud computing storage may not be suitable for all businesses due to these challenges.