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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?

Virtualization Signup and view all the answers

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

Cloud computing builds on existing grid-based architecture Signup and view all the answers

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

Virtualization Signup and view all the answers

How are cloud services generally described in terms of utility?

Using pay-as-you-use business model Signup and view all the answers

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

Utility-based service model Signup and view all the answers

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

By providing improved eGovernance solutions Signup and view all the answers

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

Its ability to solve social issues through technology Signup and view all the answers