History of Cloud Computing

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Who is credited with giving prominence to the term 'Cloud computing'?

  • Sergey Brin
  • Eric Schmidt (correct)
  • Larry Page
  • Jeff Bezos

What was one of the key drivers for the evolution of cloud computing from grid computing technologies?

  • Increased reliance on physical servers
  • Advancement in artificial intelligence
  • Introduction of mobile computing
  • The need for on-demand computing power (correct)

Which visionary in 1969 predicted a future where 'computer utilities' would be as common as electric and telephone utilities?

  • Larry Page
  • Sergey Brin
  • L. Kleinrock (correct)
  • Eric Schmidt

What major technology component distinguishes cloud computing from traditional grid computing?

<p>Virtualization (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the relationship between grid computing and cloud computing?

<p>Cloud computing builds on existing grid-based architecture (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key concepts of cloud computing as mentioned in the text?

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

How are cloud services generally described in terms of utility?

<p>Using pay-as-you-use business model (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of cloud computing differentiates it from terms like grid computing and utility computing?

<p>Utility-based service model (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can cloud computing potentially benefit developing countries like India according to the text?

<p>By providing improved eGovernance solutions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason why cloud computing is considered a buzzword today in the text?

<p>Its ability to solve social issues through technology (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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