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Cloud computing is an emerging technology and it utilizes the cloud power to many technical solutions. The e-learning solution is one of those technologies where it implements the cloud power in its existing system to enhance the functionality providing to e-learners. Cloud technology has numerous advantages over the existing traditional e-learning systems. However security is a major concern in cloud based e-learning. Therefore security measures are unavoidable to prevent the loss of users’ valuable data from the security vulnerabilities. This paper investigates various security issues involved in cloud based e-learning technology with an aim to suggest remedial in the form of security measures and security management standards. These will help to overcome the security threats in cloud based e-learning technology. Solving the key problems will also encourage the widespread adoption of cloud computing in educational institutes.
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Masud, M.A.H., Islam, M.R., Abawajy, J. (2013). Security Concerns and Remedy in a Cloud Based E-learning System. In: Zia, T., Zomaya, A., Varadharajan, V., Mao, M. (eds) Security and Privacy in Communication Networks. SecureComm 2013. Lecture Notes of the Institute for Computer Sciences, Social Informatics and Telecommunications Engineering, vol 127. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-04283-1_22
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