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What is a primary characteristic of traditional computing models?
What is a primary characteristic of traditional computing models?
- They minimize capital expenditures.
- They rely heavily on physical hardware. (correct)
- They have instant scalability.
- They offer on-demand resources.
Which challenge is commonly associated with maintaining on-premises infrastructure?
Which challenge is commonly associated with maintaining on-premises infrastructure?
- Immediate resource allocation.
- Estimating capacity requirements. (correct)
- Ensuring consistent uptime.
- Automating hardware upgrades.
What is a considerable drawback of the traditional hardware procurement cycle?
What is a considerable drawback of the traditional hardware procurement cycle?
- High upfront investment. (correct)
- Lack of physical security.
- Quick provisioning of resources.
- Easy reconfiguration options.
How do cloud computing models differ from traditional computing in terms of resource management?
How do cloud computing models differ from traditional computing in terms of resource management?
What does 'Infrastructure as Software' generally imply?
What does 'Infrastructure as Software' generally imply?
What key concept does cloud computing emphasize regarding infrastructure?
What key concept does cloud computing emphasize regarding infrastructure?
Which of the following is a characteristic of the traditional computing model compared to cloud computing?
Which of the following is a characteristic of the traditional computing model compared to cloud computing?
In cloud computing, what does on-demand service primarily refer to?
In cloud computing, what does on-demand service primarily refer to?
What does viewing infrastructure as software allow organizations to do?
What does viewing infrastructure as software allow organizations to do?
What is typically NOT a requirement in a traditional computing model?
What is typically NOT a requirement in a traditional computing model?
Which of the following best describes the transition from infrastructure as hardware to infrastructure as software?
Which of the following best describes the transition from infrastructure as hardware to infrastructure as software?
Which aspect of cloud computing differentiates it from traditional computing models?
Which aspect of cloud computing differentiates it from traditional computing models?
In traditional computing, which of the following represents a significant challenge?
In traditional computing, which of the following represents a significant challenge?
What is the primary feature of Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)?
What is the primary feature of Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)?
Which cloud service model is best suited for users who want to avoid managing underlying hardware and focus on applications?
Which cloud service model is best suited for users who want to avoid managing underlying hardware and focus on applications?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Software as a Service (SaaS)?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Software as a Service (SaaS)?
Which service model primarily gives users access to networking and computing resources in a cloud environment?
Which service model primarily gives users access to networking and computing resources in a cloud environment?
What is a typical example of a SaaS application?
What is a typical example of a SaaS application?
Which of the following best describes the control level that Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) offers?
Which of the following best describes the control level that Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) offers?
In cloud computing, what best explains the concept of on-demand services?
In cloud computing, what best explains the concept of on-demand services?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the responsibilities of users in Software as a Service (SaaS)?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the responsibilities of users in Software as a Service (SaaS)?
Study Notes
Traditional Computing Model
- Infrastructure is typically viewed as physical hardware requiring substantial space, staff, security, planning, and capital expenditure.
- Involves significant upfront investments and lengthy hardware procurement cycles.
- Capacity provisioning relies on estimated theoretical maximum peaks, often leading to resource inefficiencies.
- Risk of under-provisioning results in lack of capacity, while over-provisioning incurs costs for unused resources.
- Setting up new infrastructure demands time and resources, including hardware purchase, installation, and management.
Cloud Computing Advantages
- Transforms the perception of infrastructure from hardware to software.
- Promotes flexibility and scalability in resource management, reducing dependency on physical assets.
Cloud Computing Models
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Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS):
- Provides fundamental cloud IT building blocks like networking, computing, and storage.
- Offers high flexibility and control, closely resembling traditional IT resources.
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Platform as a Service (PaaS):
- Minimizes the need to manage underlying infrastructure (hardware and OS).
- Allows greater focus on application deployment and management rather than infrastructure.
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Software as a Service (SaaS):
- Delivers fully managed applications by service providers, requiring no maintenance effort from users.
- Example includes web-based email services, where users engage without needing to manage servers or software updates.
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Explore the transition from traditional computing to cloud computing in this quiz. Learn about the advantages of cloud infrastructure, including flexibility and scalability, compared to the conventional hardware-based model. Dive into various cloud computing models like IaaS and understand their significance.
