L2 ICT U1 Cloud & Ubiquitous Computing Flashcard

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What is cloud computing?

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Running computer services on another business' servers instead of the user's own PC

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What is known as a host in cloud computing?

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The external servers where computer services run

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How do users access cloud computing services?

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Using their web browser

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Which of the following is an example of cloud-based storage?

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A service that allows users to store all of their files on the hosting company's computers

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What is a potential drawback of cloud computing related to the reliability of the service?

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Your host or internet connection may not be reliable, preventing access to services.

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How does cloud software performance compare to traditional stand-alone software on a poor internet connection?

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Cloud software often performs more slowly than traditional software on a poor internet connection.

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What is a security concern associated with cloud computing?

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Users have little control over the security of their files and rely on the hosting company.

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What does ubiquitous computing refer to?

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Computing that is made available everywhere and anywhere.

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What does RFID stand for?

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Radio Frequency Identification

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RFID chips are commonly used for:

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Identification purposes