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Cloud computing has evolved over the years from a nice-to-have item on the IT wish list to a core technology driving business initiatives. But despite widespread adoption, cloud-based IT systems continue to be saddled with issues related to data security, privacy, and resilience. Here’s an in-depth look at what IT teams are thinking and doing when it comes to the cloud.

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