Architectural Choices in System Execution Platforms

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What is the recommended architecture if you plan to run your system on the cloud with users accessing it over the Internet?

Service-oriented architecture (correct)

Multi-tier architecture

Microservices architecture

Client-server architecture

When considering the database choice, what is a key difference between relational databases and NoSQL databases?

Cost effectiveness

Data organization (correct)

Query performance

Scalability

For a business system that runs on local servers, which architecture is often more appropriate according to the text?

Client-server architecture

Microservices architecture

Multi-tier architecture (correct)

Service-oriented architecture

In the context of technology choices, what should be considered when deciding on the database type?

Data organization Signup and view all the answers

When deciding on the platform for delivering a product, what components should be taken into account?

Front-end technologies Signup and view all the answers

Should you use dedicated in-house servers or design your system to run on a public cloud is a consideration related to which architectural aspect?

Architectural scalability Signup and view all the answers

What is the principal role of architectural descriptions?

To provide a basis for the development team to discuss system organization Signup and view all the answers

In software architecture, what does system decomposition involve?

Analyzing architectural components as finer-grain components Signup and view all the answers

What non-functional system properties are influenced by the architecture of a software system?

Reliability, efficiency, and security Signup and view all the answers

Why are informal architectural diagrams considered effective in architectural description?

They are fast and easy to draw and share Signup and view all the answers

For web-based systems, what common layered structure is often observed?

User interface layers, application-specific layers, and a database layer Signup and view all the answers

How can one minimize complexity in software design according to the text?

By separating concerns and avoiding functional duplication Signup and view all the answers

When decomposing a system into components, what should you try to avoid to reduce software complexity?

Sharing data between components Signup and view all the answers

What is a key reason for localizing relationships between components A and B in the same module?

To simplify understanding of relationships Signup and view all the answers

What guideline should be followed to reduce complexity when components A and B depend on some other component?

Opt for local data usage instead of shared dependencies Signup and view all the answers

Why does complexity increase when components A and B share dependencies on another component or data?

Changes impact both A and B differently Signup and view all the answers

In layered architectures, why are each layer considered separately from others?

For better modularity and isolation of concerns Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of reducing shared dependencies between components in a system architecture?

To simplify understanding of dependencies Signup and view all the answers