IaaS Fundamentals: Infrastructure as a Service

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What are the three fundamental building blocks of computing infrastructure provided by IaaS?

Virtual machines (Compute Engine), storage (Cloud Storage), and networking (Virtual Private Cloud)

What is the primary difference in control between IaaS and PaaS?

In IaaS, you have complete control over the operating system, middleware, runtime, and applications, whereas in PaaS, you only have control over your application code and data.

When is it ideal to use IaaS?

When you need maximum flexibility and control over your environment, such as for complex applications, custom software stacks, or specialized infrastructure requirements.

What is the primary advantage of using PaaS?

You can focus on developing and deploying applications quickly, without worrying about infrastructure management. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility difference between IaaS and PaaS?

In IaaS, you are responsible for managing and maintaining the infrastructure, whereas in PaaS, GCP manages the infrastructure, scaling, and security patches. Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of IaaS in GCP?

Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, and Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) in a cloud provider's environment?

To logically isolate cloud resources, enhancing security and privacy. Signup and view all the answers

What benefits do customization options in a VPC provide to users?

Allows users to define their own IP address ranges, subnets, route tables, and security groups. Signup and view all the answers

How does a VPC enhance security for users?

Enables control of network traffic flow using firewalls and security groups. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key advantage of VPC scalability in terms of resource allocation?

Easily scales resources up or down to meet changing demands. Signup and view all the answers

How can a VPC be configured for high availability?

Configured across multiple availability zones for increased fault tolerance. Signup and view all the answers

What option is available for connecting a VPC to an on-premises network?

Using VPN or dedicated connections. Signup and view all the answers

What is one benefit of using VPCs for development and testing?

Creating isolated environments to ensure changes don't affect production systems Signup and view all the answers

What type of workloads can be run using VPCs?

Critical workloads, such as databases and enterprise applications Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of VPCs in Google Cloud Platform (GCP)?

They are global resources that can span multiple regions Signup and view all the answers

What can be created within a VPC in GCP?

Subnets Signup and view all the answers

What resources can be launched within a VPC in GCP?

Compute Engine instances, GKE clusters, and App Engine flexible environment apps Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of logically isolating resources within a VPC?

To enhance security and privacy Signup and view all the answers

How does a VPC provide a customizable network environment for workloads?

By allowing users to define their own IP address ranges, subnets, route tables, and security groups Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of using security groups and firewalls in a VPC?

To control network traffic flow Signup and view all the answers

How can a VPC be configured to ensure high availability?

By configuring it across multiple availability zones Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of defining subnets within a VPC?

To segment resources and control traffic flow Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using a VPC for hosting web applications?

It provides a secure and customizable environment Signup and view all the answers

How do VPCs support hybrid cloud environments?

VPCs can be connected to on-premises networks to create hybrid cloud environments, enabling users to leverage the benefits of both cloud and on-premises infrastructure. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key benefit of using VPCs for critical workloads?

VPCs provide the security and control needed for running critical workloads. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of a VPC in GCP?

A VPC in GCP is a global resource that can span multiple regions. Signup and view all the answers

How do VPCs support development and testing?

VPCs allow you to create isolated environments for development and testing, ensuring that changes don't affect production systems. Signup and view all the answers