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Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the benefit of cloud computing related to accessibility for consumers?
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the benefit of cloud computing related to accessibility for consumers?
- A user is worried about losing data due to a potential cyber attack.
- A user needs to access important files while traveling in a remote area with internet access. (correct)
- A user is concerned about the limited storage space on their new laptop.
- A user wants to reduce their monthly expenses on technology.
Cloud services completely eliminate the need for local data storage on devices.
Cloud services completely eliminate the need for local data storage on devices.
False (B)
Name two major cloud service providers mentioned.
Name two major cloud service providers mentioned.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure
Many cloud services use a __________ pricing model, allowing customers to scale resources as needed.
Many cloud services use a __________ pricing model, allowing customers to scale resources as needed.
Match the following cloud companies with their estimated portion of Amazon's business activities.
Match the following cloud companies with their estimated portion of Amazon's business activities.
Which of the following events highlights a potential risk associated with cloud computing?
Which of the following events highlights a potential risk associated with cloud computing?
Switching between different cloud companies is always a seamless and straightforward process for both consumers and businesses.
Switching between different cloud companies is always a seamless and straightforward process for both consumers and businesses.
What is one significant security concern associated with storing data in the cloud?
What is one significant security concern associated with storing data in the cloud?
The worldwide revenue from cloud computing was estimated to exceed $ __________ billion in 2019.
The worldwide revenue from cloud computing was estimated to exceed $ __________ billion in 2019.
Why might smaller companies adopt cloud services?
Why might smaller companies adopt cloud services?
Flashcards
The Cloud
The Cloud
A global network of servers functioning as a single, giant hard drive.
Cloud Benefit for Consumers
Cloud Benefit for Consumers
Access your data from anywhere with an internet connection.
Cloud Benefit for Businesses
Cloud Benefit for Businesses
Offers unlimited online information storage and scalable subscription pricing.
Cloud Risks
Cloud Risks
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Cybersecurity Risks in Cloud
Cybersecurity Risks in Cloud
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Switching Cloud Companies: Difficulty
Switching Cloud Companies: Difficulty
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Cloud Computing Data Storage
Cloud Computing Data Storage
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Study Notes
Cloud Computing Overview
- The cloud means a global network of servers functioning as a single large hard drive.
- Using the cloud includes actions like logging into email, streaming entertainment, or accessing files.
- Cloud computing facilitates data backup, which was formerly saved on devices like CD-ROMs or hard drives.
Cloud Benefits for Consumers
- Users are able to access data from any location at any time, provided there is an internet connection.
- Frees users from stressing about running out of storage capacity on their physical hard drives.
- Diminishes the necessity of purchasing devices that offer substantial storage capabilities.
Cloud Benefits for Businesses
- The worldwide revenue generated by cloud services was anticipated to exceed $200 billion in 2019, an increase from $145 billion just two years earlier.
- Key industry participants are Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, IBM, Google, and Alibaba.
- Cloud services provide unlimited online storage for information.
- A subscription-based payment model is employed by numerous cloud services, enabling customers to adjust their resources in response to evolving requirements.
- AWS constitutes approximately 12% of Amazon's quarterly revenue and generates more than half of Amazon's operating income.
Cloud Risks and Concerns
- Internet blackouts are able to interrupt data accessibility; in 2013, an AWS outage affected platforms like Instagram, Vine, and Airbnb.
- Cyber attacks present a notable threat; research indicates that approximately 20% of cloud-stored files contain sensitive information.
- Transitioning between different cloud service providers can be challenging for both individual consumers and businesses due to synchronization problems.
- Major cloud providers are able to accumulate considerable command over user data.
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