Cloud Computing vs Traditional Server Hosting

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Which characteristic of Cloud computing allows users to customize their applications from anywhere with an Internet connection?

  • Rapid elasticity
  • Broad network access (correct)
  • On-demand self service
  • Resource pooling

What does NIST define Cloud computing as?

  • A model for enabling convenient, on-demand network access to computing resources (correct)
  • A shared pool of physical computing resources
  • A model for enabling offline data storage
  • A model for enabling convenient on-demand ice cream delivery

Why is Cloud computing considered more flexible than hosting on a local server?

  • Cloud computing offers rapid provisioning of resources (correct)
  • Local servers have unlimited scalability
  • Local servers are more cost-effective
  • Cloud services require complex and costly updates

What is a benefit of Cloud-based services mentioned in the text?

<p>They can promptly address the need for extra bandwidth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which essential characteristic of the Cloud involves the ability to rapidly expand or shrink resources based on demand?

<p>Rapid elasticity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In terms of marketing applications, what advantage does Cloud computing offer over traditional hosting?

<p>Efficient marketing regardless of maintenance and cost (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'on demand self-service' in Cloud computing imply?

<p>Accessing Cloud resources when needed (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does 'broad network access' in Cloud computing differ from traditional access methods?

<p>Accessible from any location with Internet connectivity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of 'resource pooling' in Cloud computing?

<p>Cost savings through a shared model (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does 'rapid elasticity' contribute to the flexibility of Cloud resources?

<p>Enables scaling resources up or down based on demand (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key principle behind 'measured service' in Cloud computing?

<p>Paying only for what you use (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does 'measured service' billing differ for certain Cloud services?

<p>'Measured service' doesn't apply to free services like Gmail or social media sites (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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