U16_A2_Understanding Cloud Computing Models

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

• It provides virtual machines and other resources.

• It offers web-based applications for end users.

• It supplies a set of tools for application development.

• It delivers networking hardware.

Which cloud service model is primarily focused on providing a platform for developers to build applications?

• Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

• Software as a Service (SaaS)

• Platform as a Service (PaaS)

• Network as a Service (NaaS)

What does Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) primarily provide?

• Web-based applications

• Development tools

• Hardware and software for system operation

• Customer relationship management

How does virtualisation relate to cloud services?

• It is unrelated to cloud services.

• It allows multiple virtual machines to run on a single physical machine.

• It is a type of cloud service.

• It is a security feature of cloud services.

Which cloud delivery model is shared by several organisations with similar interests?

• Public cloud

• Private cloud

• Community cloud

• Hybrid cloud

What is a key characteristic of a hybrid cloud model?

• It is exclusively used by one organisation.

• It combines private and public cloud resources.

• It is open to the general public.

• It is managed by a single vendor.

What is the main advantage of using a private cloud?

• Lower cost

• Greater control over data and security

• Unlimited scalability

• Public access

What is the primary benefit of using public cloud services?

• Enhanced security

• Cost-effectiveness and scalability

• Exclusive access

• Customised hardware

What is the main difference between self-hosted and third-party cloud services?

• Self-hosted services are always cheaper.

• Third-party services are managed by external providers.

• Self-hosted services offer more features.

• Third-party services are less secure.

What does the term "cloud bursting" refer to?

• A sudden increase in cloud storage capacity

• Moving workloads to a public cloud during peak demand

• A type of cloud security breach

• A method of cloud data encryption