Exchange Online—Evaluating Software-plus-Services

6. Step 3: Data Management and Security Implications

The need for information security in today's highly networked business environment is more important than ever. Information is arguably one of an enterprise's most valuable assets, so its protection from accidental exposure or predators from both within and outside the organization is a top IT priority. This step explores some of the data management and security implications of storing data either on-premises or under someone else’s control.

The topics covered in this step are:

• Network Security

• Network Connectivity

• Data Isolation

• Auditing

• Archiving and Journaling

• Signing and Encrypting Messages

• Information Rights Management