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id: 6811ea02a7ce4b12d600f74b
title: Task 56
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-56
lang: en-US
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# --instructions--

Read the text and answer the question below.

# --questions--

## --text--

After meeting with Maria, Jake prepared the report she asked for:

`Cloud Storage Comparison Report`

`Prepared by Jake`

`As we expand globally, we need a cloud storage provider that supports our capacity and security needs. I've compared two main options: one based in the U.S. and the other in Europe.`

`The U.S. provider offers strong security features at a lower cost, but may fall short on data privacy, especially under strict European regulations. The Europe-based provider ensures better compliance with laws but comes at a higher price.`

`In terms of performance, our developers have reported slowdowns with the current provider, particularly in Europe. The European option could improve speed for users in that region.`

`For scalability, both options support growth, but we'll run a test project next month with the European provider to check real-time performance, support quality, and how well it can scale with us.`

`Choosing the right provider means balancing cost, security, performance, and compliance. I'll keep you updated as we gather more insights from the test.`

Which provider has stronger data privacy protection?

## --answers--

The Europe-based provider.

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The U.S.-based provider.

### --feedback--

The U.S. provider is cheaper but may fall short on privacy, especially under European laws.

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Neither provider focuses on privacy.

### --feedback--

Privacy is a key strength of the European provider according to the report.

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The report does not mention privacy.

### --feedback--

Jake discusses privacy differences clearly in his comparison.

## --video-solution--

1

# --explanation--

Jake notes that the Europe-based provider ensures better compliance with privacy regulations, which is important under strict European laws.

Focus on the second paragraph. It explains how privacy and regulatory compliance are critical for international operations.
