>GovCloud seems like it's just some box-checking activity to ensure that there aren't any foreigners interacting with the system. This is exactly it; it's a co

>GovCloud seems like it's just some box-checking activity to ensure that there aren't any foreigners interacting with the system. This is exactly it; it's a compliance thing. GovCloud is compliant with various regulations that the government has for its data handling and storage GovCloud is used by private entities that are doing business with the government - for example, contractors.