Unit-1 CLOUD ARCHITECTURE MODELS AND INFRASTRUCTURE

What is the key function of cluster computing?

• Data mining

• Running web browsers

• Drawing graphics

• Solving computational problems through parallel processing

Which of the following is an example of a computational grid?

• Google Docs

• Dropbox

• Microsoft Teams

• SETI@home

What type of cluster ensures continuous service by switching to a redundant node in case of failure?

• Load-balancing cluster

• High-performance cluster

• Open cluster

• High-availability cluster

Which of the following best describes a public cloud?

• Hosted within a local data center

• Only accessible through intranet

• Used by one organization only

• Shared platform accessible via the internet

What is the primary benefit of a hybrid cloud?

• Higher cost

• No internet required

• Complex to maintain

• Combination of flexibility and security

What is the major advantage of cluster computing over supercomputers?

• Less processing power

• Higher cost

• Less flexibility

• Cost-effectiveness

Which type of P2P network uses Distributed Hash Tables (DHT)?

• Unstructured P2P

• Hybrid P2P

• Pure P2P

• Structured P2P

What is the role of a cloud broker?

• Stores user data

• Connects local networks

• Provides only billing services

• Manages service use and negotiates between consumer and provider

Which cloud deployment model is typically used by government communities?

• Public cloud

• Hybrid cloud

• Private cloud

• Community cloud

Which of the following is not a benefit of public cloud?

• Business agility

• Quick setup

• High customization

• Low cost