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VeriSign ensures security in the cloud

VeriSign has been chosen to provide cloud-based security and authentication for the Windows Azure platform.

VeriSign secure sockets layer (SSL) certificates and VeriSign code signing certificates will allow Microsoft to safeguard cloud-based services and applications developed and deployed on the Windows Azure platform.

Windows Azure platform consists of many components. The first is the Windows Azure, a unique operating system in the cloud and the second is SQL Azure, a fully relational database in the cloud.

The platform also comprises the Windows Azure platform AppFabric service bus and Windows Azure platform AppFabric access control. This set of pre-integrated, higher-level application services allow developers to deploy and manage composite applications spanning both server and cloud in an easier manner.

Assures enterprise users

Microsoft's cloud-based services and applications are widely deployed across the world. They are known for their ability to aid organisations to rapidly respond to the changing demand for IT resources. These offerings also lower IT costs and complexity.

The elastic and dynamic Windows Azure platform is equally popular because it provides a rich environment enabling developers to quickly build innovative solutions.

Cloud platforms such as Windows Azure can be accessed by users from anywhere on the Internet. While this is convenient, it also increases the challenge of reliably securing the cloud. Also, this seemingly easy process demands an infrastructure that can scale on demand.