The document discusses the security of cloud computing. It notes that insufficient knowledge and risk of security breaches are the main factors deterring adoption of cloud services. However, the statistics show that the vast majority of security breaches involve on-premises data centers, not public clouds. The document outlines how cloud providers and customers share responsibility for security, with providers handling physical and network security and customers responsible for data and applications. It addresses common concerns about cloud security like data access and location and notes the various security certifications and standards that cloud providers adhere to. The conclusion is that cloud security is at least equivalent to on-premises security when responsibilities are properly allocated.