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New IDC Survey Data Finds Use of Public Cloud Business Continuity Services Still In Nascent Stages: Page 2 of 2

Overall, cloud computing is one of the faster growing areas of IT spending. According to Senior Vice President and Chief Analyst Frank Gens, "With 27 percent growth, we are 'crossing the chasm' with public IT cloud services, moving from just early adopters to early mainstream organizations. This makes 2010 and 2011 a critical time for CIOs and IT vendors to define their strategies and stake out early advantages for their organizations."

To read more research in the area of cloud computing and to join other business and IT professionals in ongoing commentary and opinion on best practices, emerging market trends, and latest market developments in cloud computing, join the discussions on the IDC Cloud Computing Blog. This blog serves as a cross-industry interactive dialogue to share valuable information and ideas, promote discussion, and bring together thought leaders in the areas of cloud computing.

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