L2 ICT U1 Cloud & Ubiquitous Computing Quiz

What is cloud computing?

• Running computer services on the user's own PC

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

• A type of computing that is related to weather forecasting

• A service that allows users to store physical files in a cloud

What is known as a host in cloud computing?

• The user's PC

• The web browser

• The external servers where computer services run

• The software applications

How do users access cloud computing services?

• Through a dedicated software installed on their PC

• By downloading all the data to their personal computer

• Using their web browser

• By physically visiting the hosting company

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

• A service that allows users to run software applications on their own PC

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

• A service that provides weather data storage

• A service that requires users to store files in physical storage units

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

• You can access your services from any device.

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

• Cloud software is always up to date.

• Cloud services are more affordable than traditional software.

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

• Cloud software performs better on a poor internet connection.

• Cloud software and traditional software perform the same on a poor internet connection.

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

• The performance of cloud software is not affected by internet connection quality.

What is a security concern associated with cloud computing?

• Users have complete control over the security of their files.

• Cloud services are less secure than desktop computing.

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

• Cloud services always follow best practices to keep data secure.

What does ubiquitous computing refer to?

• Computing that is confined to your desk area.

• Computing that is less available than desktop computing.

• Computing that is made available everywhere and anywhere.

• Computing that requires a constant internet connection.

What does RFID stand for?

• Radio Frequency Identification

• Rapid Frequency Identification

• Radio Field Identification

• Remote Frequency Identification

RFID chips are commonly used for:

• Cooking purposes

• Identification purposes

• Entertainment purposes

• Educational purposes