Technical Terms - Hardware (A-Z) - XaaS

What does XaaS stand for?

• Software as a Service

• Storage as a Service

• Security as a Service

• Everything as a Service

What are the two defining criteria for XaaS offerings?

• On-premise and free subscription

• Cloud-based and one-time payment

• Cloud-based and require a monthly or annual subscription

• Hardware-based and no subscription

Which of the following is an example of XaaS service?

• Physical storage devices

• Data security

• Video editing software

• Printer drivers

Which XaaS tool allows access through web, macOS, and iOS apps?

• Google Docs

• Microsoft 365

• Apple iCloud

• SAP

Which market segment is Netflix primarily geared towards?

• Enterprises

• Consumers

• Educational institutions

• Government agencies

Which XaaS service is aimed at businesses?

• SAP

• Spotify

• Google Docs

• Netflix

What type of services are available to both consumers and businesses?

• Microsoft 365 and Google Docs

• SAP and Salesforce

• Netflix and Spotify

• Apple iCloud and Google Drive

Which XaaS tool provides collaboration tools?

• File storage

• Data security

• Data analytics

• Streaming services

What is a common feature of XaaS offerings?

• Require one-time payment

• Require monthly or annual subscription

• Not cloud-based

• No web interface

Which XaaS service is related to online backup?

• File storage

• Streaming services

• Collaboration tools

• Data security