Software as a Service (SaaS)
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What does Software as a Service (SaaS) deliver over the internet?

  • Hardware components
  • Internet connectivity
  • Software applications (correct)
  • Data storage solutions
  • Which benefit of Utility Computing allows users to scale their computing resources quickly based on changing requirements?

  • Flexibility
  • Scalability (correct)
  • Focus on Core Competencies
  • Cost-Efficiency
  • How does Utility Computing support businesses with fluctuating workloads?

  • By restricting access to resources based on user location
  • By limiting the scalability options for computing resources
  • By providing free resources regardless of usage
  • By allowing users to choose the type and amount of resources needed (correct)
  • Which aspect of SaaS enhances collaboration among geographically dispersed teams?

    <p>Accessibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of Software as a Service (SaaS)?

    <p>Delivers software applications over the internet on a subscription basis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cloud service model allows users to manage their customer interactions, sales, and marketing activities?

    <p>Software as a Service (SaaS)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Platform as a Service (PaaS) primarily offer to users?

    <p>A platform for application development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cloud service model requires users to choose the level of management they want over the computing resources?

    <p>Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)?

    <p>Managing physical and virtual resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes Platform as a Service (PaaS)?

    <p>Hosting software services by a cloud provider</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Software as a Service (SaaS) from other cloud service models?

    <p>Requires installation of software on end-user devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does full virtualization, as mentioned in the text, contribute to cloud computing?

    <p>Enables multiple operating systems to run independently on a single physical machine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Cloud Computing Service Models

    • Software as a Service (SaaS) delivers software applications over the internet, eliminating the need for local installation and maintenance.

    Utility Computing

    • Utility Computing allows users to scale their computing resources quickly based on changing requirements, enabling them to adapt to fluctuations in workload.
    • It supports businesses with fluctuating workloads by providing flexible resource allocation.

    Collaboration and SaaS

    • SaaS enhances collaboration among geographically dispersed teams by providing a shared, web-based platform for communication and collaboration.

    Characteristics of SaaS

    • The main characteristic of Software as a Service (SaaS) is that it provides software applications over the internet, eliminating the need for local installation and maintenance.

    Cloud Service Models

    • The cloud service model that allows users to manage their customer interactions, sales, and marketing activities is SaaS.
    • Platform as a Service (PaaS) primarily offers a platform for users to develop, run, and manage applications.
    • The cloud service model that requires users to choose the level of management they want over the computing resources is Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS).
    • The main focus of Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) is providing users with virtualized computing resources, including servers, storage, and networking.

    Platform as a Service (PaaS)

    • Platform as a Service (PaaS) is a cloud service model that provides a platform for users to develop, run, and manage applications without managing the underlying infrastructure.

    Software as a Service (SaaS)

    • What distinguishes Software as a Service (SaaS) from other cloud service models is that it provides software applications over the internet, eliminating the need for local installation and maintenance.

    Full Virtualization

    • Full virtualization contributes to cloud computing by allowing multiple virtual servers to run on a single physical server, maximizing resource utilization and increasing efficiency.

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