Most Americans (63%) say having remote access to their digital files would make life easier—but concerns remain over the security of personal information, including email, pictures, and financial records, according to a Harris Poll.

Less than one-half (47%) of online Americans surveyed say they would be extremely or very interested or interested in using a cloud computing service for email, while 19% would be somewhat interested and 31% would not be interested at all.

For many consumers, however, cloud computing is not a good solution: Over one-half say they would be only somewhat or not at all interested in using cloud computing for pictures (55%), music (59%), office documents (61%), videos (63%) or financial services such as tax files or bank records (69%).

Younger Generation More Interested

There is an age difference in Americans' interest in cloud computing: The youngest generation, Echo Boomers (age 18-33) are more likely to say they are extremely or very interested or interested in using this technology.

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