Cloud Computing Fundamentals

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What is the typical billing method for cloud computing services?

Usage-based

What is the main characteristic of Grid computing?

Targeted at scientific computing

What is the term for the ability of dynamically and on-demand acquiring computing resources and supporting a variable workload?

Elastic computing

What is the primary benefit of cloud computing in terms of cost?

<p>Lower costs for the cloud users due to resource multiplexing</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is data typically stored in cloud computing?

<p>In the 'cloud', in certain cases closer to the site where it is used</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for the maintenance and security of cloud computing services?

<p>The cloud service providers</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of MapReduce in Heterogeneous Environments?

<p>Batch processing in diverse environments</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of Cloud Computing in terms of resource allocation?

<p>Rapid provisioning with minimal management effort</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of resource sharing in Cloud Computing?

<p>To achieve coherence and economies of scale</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key feature of Cloud Computing in terms of access to resources?

<p>Ubiquitous access to shared pools of resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the lecture content on 'What is Cloud Computing?'?

<p>Defining Cloud Computing and its underlying principles</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relation between Cloud Computing and public utilities?

<p>Cloud Computing is similar to public utilities in terms of resource sharing</p> Signup and view all the answers

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