CSA - C2 - Cloud Services Quiz

What are the three main types of cloud services?

• Facebook, Instagram, Twitter

• Apple, Banana, Orange

• IaaS, PaaS, SaaS

• Windows, Linux, MacOS

Which type of cloud service provides virtualized computing resources over the internet?

• Platform as a Service (PaaS)

• Software as a Service (SaaS)

• Database as a Service (DBaaS)

• Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

What is the difference between SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS?

• The difference is in the color of the logos

• The difference lies in the level of service provided and the responsibility of the user.

• SaaS is for small businesses, PaaS is for medium businesses, and IaaS is for large businesses

• They are all the same and can be used interchangeably

Explain the concept of Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) with an example.

• IaaS is a type of software that allows users to create and manage databases

• IaaS is a type of cloud computing service that offers virtualized computing resources over the internet

• An example of IaaS is Amazon Web Services (AWS) EC2, where users can rent virtual servers and run their applications on them without having to manage the physical hardware.

• IaaS refers to the practice of outsourcing the equipment used to support operations, including storage, hardware, servers and networking components

What are the potential security risks associated with cloud services?

• Data breaches, unauthorized access, insecure interfaces and APIs, and shared technology vulnerabilities

• Overly secure interfaces and APIs

• Lack of customer support

• Physical security risks

How does reliance on internet connectivity pose a disadvantage for cloud services?

• Poor performance and accessibility issues

• Reduced cost and better accessibility

• Increased security and reliability

• Faster data transfer and improved performance

Discuss the issue of data privacy and compliance in cloud services.

• Cloud services do not involve protecting personal and sensitive data

• Data privacy and compliance in cloud services are not important

• Data privacy and compliance in cloud services involve ensuring that personal and sensitive data is protected and that the service provider complies with relevant laws and regulations.

• Service providers are not required to comply with relevant laws and regulations

What are the challenges of vendor lock-in in cloud services?

• Difficulty in switching to another provider without significant cost and effort

• Easy transition to another provider with no additional cost

• Vendor lock-in leads to cost savings and efficiency

• No impact on business operations when switching providers

Explain the concept of Platform as a Service (PaaS) with an example.

• PaaS is a type of cloud computing service that offers virtualized computing resources over the internet

• An example of PaaS is Google App Engine, where users can build and host applications on Google's infrastructure

• PaaS refers to the practice of outsourcing the equipment used to support operations, including storage, hardware, servers and networking components

• PaaS is a type of software that allows users to create and manage databases

What are the benefits of Software as a Service (SaaS) compared to traditional software?

• Reduced cost and better accessibility

• Increased security and reliability

• Software as a Service (SaaS) is for small businesses, traditional software is for large businesses

• Software as a Service (SaaS) allows users to access software over the internet, without the need for expensive hardware and installation