Balancing Innovation and Responsibility: An ...

Balancing Innovation and Responsibility: An Exploration of Cloud Computing Ethics

Author Name : Pavan Srinivas Narayana, Vamsy Krishna Nanduri

ABSTRACT Cloud computing has evolved into a transformative force, offering organizations unprecedented scalability, agility, and innovation. However, ethical considerations have taken center stage as the cloud's capabilities expand. This paper delves into the intricate ethical challenges cloud computing presents, highlighting the delicate balance between innovation and responsibility. Cloud computing has the potential to revolutionize industries and drive technological advancement, but it has ethical implications. Key ethical concerns include data privacy and security, vendor lock-in, environmental sustainability, and the impact on employment. Data privacy and security are paramount ethical concerns in cloud computing, as cloud providers host vast amounts of sensitive information. The paper discusses the ethical implications of data breaches and the responsibility of cloud service providers to safeguard user data. Vendor lock-in refers to the ethical dilemma of becoming dependent on a single cloud provider's ecosystem, potentially limiting an organization's flexibility and choice. The paper explores the ethical obligation of providers to support interoperability and data portability. Balancing innovation and responsibility in cloud computing requires a multifaceted approach. Ethical guidelines and regulations, such as GDPR, are vital to ensure data privacy. Cloud providers must prioritize transparency and user control over their data, empowering customers with ethical choices.