Cloud Computing Overview Quiz

What is Cloud Computing?

• The on-demand availability of computing resources over the internet.

• A type of software that runs on local machines.

• A method of storing data on physical servers.

• A programming language used for web development.

What are the characteristics of Cloud Computing?

• On-Demand Self-Service, Broad Network Access, Resource Pooling, Rapid Elasticity

• High Cost, Limited Access, Manual Management

• Physical Servers, Local Storage, Static Resources

• None of the above

What does IaaS stand for?

• Infrastructure as a Service

• Internet as a Service

• Information as a Service

• Integration as a Service

What is a key benefit of Cloud Computing?

• Cost Savings

• Increased Hardware Costs

• Limited Accessibility

• None of the above

What is the definition of PaaS?

• A platform allowing customers to develop, run, and manage applications without dealing with the underlying infrastructure.

• A service that provides only storage solutions.

• A type of software that requires local installation.

• None of the above

What are the pros of using a Public Cloud?

• Cost-effective, Maintenance-free, Global reach

• High security, Customization, Compliance

• Limited scalability, High costs, Less control

• None of the above

What is a disadvantage of a Private Cloud?

• Higher costs

• Cost-effective

• Global reach

• None of the above

What is a Hybrid Cloud?

• A combination of public and private cloud services.

• A type of cloud that only uses local servers.

• A cloud service that is only available in one location.

• None of the above

What does SaaS stand for?

• Security as a Service

• Storage as a Service

• System as a Service

• Software as a Service

What is the primary purpose of a Cloud Service Provider?

• To offer computing resources and services over the internet.

• To manage local hardware and software.

• To provide physical storage solutions only.

• None of the above