6.3.1 Cloud Computing Overview
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What does the term 'cloud' refer to in cloud computing?

  • Network controller
  • Local computing infrastructure
  • Non-local location for receiving services (correct)
  • Cloud storage devices

What does the cloud in cloud computing include?

  • Network controller and services
  • Local applications and interfaces
  • Computing hardware and networks (correct)
  • Local storage devices only

What are the benefits of cloud computing according to the text?

  • Exclusively local delivery of software
  • Limited access to computing services
  • Access to services wherever and whenever needed (correct)
  • Dependency on defined business processes

What can be run from the cloud in cloud computing?

<p>Applications (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component communicates with storage devices to gather network information in cloud computing?

<p>Network controller (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'cloud computing' enable according to the text?

<p>Access to computing as a service (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of using Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) cloud computing?

<p>Reduced upfront costs on purchasing hardware (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Platform as a Service (PaaS) differ from Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)?

<p>IaaS provides storage and computing resources, while PaaS offers a complete development environment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key advantage of Software as a Service (SaaS) over traditional software installations?

<p>Ability to try new software without committing to it (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)?

<p>To provide storage and computing resources as a service (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cloud computing service is designed for creating cloud-ready business applications?

<p>Platform as a Service (PaaS) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Software as a Service (SaaS) from Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)?

<p>SaaS provides end users with business applications, while IaaS delivers storage and computing resources (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of tenancy involves sharing computing power and applications among customers?

<p>Simple multi-tenancy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of Platform as a Service (PaaS) over traditional web hosting?

<p>Complete development environment for building cloud-ready applications (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key benefits of cloud computing?

<p>Access to resources from anywhere (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it inefficient to install a second copy of software locally at home?

<p>It leads to unnecessary expenses (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does self-service provisioning in cloud computing refer to?

<p>Easy access to cloud services without lengthy approval process (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of APIs in cloud computing?

<p>Communicating between local and cloud resources (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are clouds attractive to management and business owners?

<p>They offer elastic nature and flexibility (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of metering in cloud computing?

<p>Pay-as-you-go billing system (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do users find it convenient to use the cloud for running applications?

<p>To have easy access to resources without manual setup (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What makes hybrid clouds different from public and private clouds?

<p>'Best of both worlds' combination (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic feature of public clouds?

<p>Accessible by anyone over the internet (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does using the cloud benefit users from a flexibility standpoint?

<p>By allowing access from any device and location (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are organizations provided with in private clouds?

<p>A restricted environment accessible only by the organization (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration for cloud providers when deciding how to bill for the service?

<p>The resources used by the customers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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