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Data classification and governance

Data classification and governance

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Data classification and governance

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- [Instructor] In this chapter, we'll dive into the essential world of data classification and governance in the cloud. As more organizations move their data to the cloud, it's critical to understand how to manage, protect, and secure that data effectively. We'll explore the importance of categorizing data properly, handling it with care, and ensuring it's protected from threats. Along the way, we'll discuss key principles and best practices for creating and implementing data governance policies that keep your information safe, private, and accessible when needed. We'll cover a lot of ground, including how to establish clear data governance policies, what compliance rules you need to follow when handling data, and the best encryption strategies to keep your information secure. You'll learn about encryption at rest, how to store data safely, and encryption in transit, which protects data while it's being moved. We'll also talk about designing solid backup strategies to safeguard your…

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