IIMS - Cloud Computing Mock Quiz

Which of the following is not a key characteristic of cloud computing according to the NIST definition?

• a) On-demand self-service
• b) Resource pooling
• c) High Availability
• d) Broad network access

In cloud computing, the ability to scale resources dynamically based on demand is known as:

• a) Measured services
• b) Resource pooling
• c) Rapid elasticity
• d) Broad network access

Which cloud deployment model allows the infrastructure to be shared by a specific community of organizations?

• a) Public Cloud
• b) Private Cloud
• c) Hybrid Cloud
• d) Community Cloud

What is the primary economic advantage of cloud computing from a business perspective?

• a) Increased CapEx
• b) Shift from CapEx to OpEx
• c) Increased latency
• d) Full data control

In the context of cloud services, SaaS (Software as a Service) typically allows users to:

• a) Manage and control the underlying infrastructure
• b) Develop their applications on provided platforms
• c) Access applications without managing the underlying infrastructure
• d) Only use thin-client applications

The ability to measure cloud usage to bill consumers based on consumption is referred to as:

• a) On-demand self-service
• b) Measured services
• c) Rapid elasticity
• d) Resource pooling

Which service model provides customers with virtualized hardware resources such as virtual machines and storage?

• a) SaaS
• b) IaaS
• c) PaaS
• d) DaaS

Which of the following cloud deployment models provides the most control over resources and data?

• a) Public Cloud
• b) Private Cloud
• c) Hybrid Cloud
• d) Community Cloud

One of the drivers for cloud computing adoption related to business performance is:

• a) Lower CapEx
• b) Increased bandwidth
• c) Consumerism
• d) Data localization

Which factor is considered a hindrance to cloud adoption?

• a) Scalability
• b) Security and compliance
• c) Resource pooling
• d) Agility