A step by the giant, Google with file encryption methods for data entrusted to its Drive cloud storage service against government surveillance.
Google, which is fighting government requests for data in two courts and demanding greater transparency in the wake of the brouhaha over the NSA's PRISM program, is also experimenting with encrypting files on Google Drive, according to a CNET report.
The United States government reportedly has threatened to install its own eavesdropping devices on the networks of Internet companies that are reluctant to comply with its demands for information about their customers and subscribers.
This next step by Google can be a better solutions to one's privacy and unwanted spy by the Government.
There are pros and cons to this type of solutions as government taking some counter measures just to keep hold of the internet for better threat detection to their system, which is a quite a major advantage to counter terrorism and attacks that are threatening to lives and people while making their privacy at stake.
But, this major step by Google can be solution for consumers to feel a bit safe than before.
