Module 8: Secure Distributed Data Storage

What is the term for the practice of storing data across multiple physical locations or servers in a cloud environment to enhance data reliability and availability?

• Local storage

• Centralized storage

• Distributed data storage

• Caching

How does data encryption contribute to secure distributed data storage in cloud computing?

• It reduces data availability

• It increases storage costs

• It improves data redundancy

• It safeguards data confidentiality

Which of the following are the technologies for Data Security?

I. Web-Application-Based Security

II. Cluster Behind the CaaS

III. Data Integrity in Untrustworthy Storage

IV. Stateful WSDL Document Creation

• I and II

• II and III

• II and IV

• I and III

What security measures are typically used to enhance secure distributed data storage in the cloud?

• Storing data in plain text for easy retrieval

• Replicating data in a single location for redundancy

• Implementing strong encryption, access controls, and data fragmentation

• Disabling data backup to prevent unauthorized access

What is a key challenge in ensuring security for distributed data storage in the cloud?

• Limited availability of storage space

• Difficulty in connecting to the internet

• Maintaining data consistency across multiple locations

• Exclusive reliance on physical backups