Cloud Computing Basics

Define cloud computing

• Cloud computing is not cost-effective.

• Cloud computing has no impact on data security.

• Cloud computing is only used for basic storage purposes.

• Cloud computing is On-demand availability IT resources that can be accessed over the internet with pay-as-you-go pricing

What are examples of Private Cloud

• Google Cloud Platform, AWS

• Mircrosoft Azure

• IBM Cloud

• Openstack

Identify the various service types offered in cloud computing and their respective purposes.

• IaaS, PaaS, SaaS

• FaaS

• DaaS

• XaaS

Compare public cloud and private cloud in terms of ownership, accessibility, and security.

• Private cloud is owned by multiple organizations, accessible over the internet, and security is managed by the provider.

• Public cloud is owned by a third-party provider, accessible over the internet, and security is managed by the provider. Private cloud is owned and operated by a single organization, accessible within the organization's network, and security is managed by the organization.

• Public cloud is owned by the government, accessible only through physical servers, and security is managed by the users.

• Public cloud is owned by the organization, accessible within the organization's network, and security is managed by the organization.

Discuss the concept of hybrid cloud solutions and the benefits they offer to organizations.

• Hybrid cloud solutions are limited to utilizing only public cloud services

• Hybrid cloud solutions only offer benefits in terms of cost-efficiency

• Hybrid cloud solutions provide organizations with the flexibility to utilize both public and private cloud services, offering benefits such as scalability, cost-efficiency, and improved security.

• Hybrid cloud solutions do not provide any security advantages to organizations

Explain the importance of cloud security measures and list some common practices to ensure data protection.

• Using outdated software

• Cloud security measures are important to safeguard data from threats. Common practices include encryption, access controls, audits, backups, and updates.

• Sharing passwords openly

• Ignoring regular security audits

How does cloud computing enable scalability and flexibility for businesses?

• Cloud computing provides businesses with limited storage capacity, hindering their ability to scale effectively.

• Cloud computing allows businesses to quickly adjust their resource usage, easily adding or removing capacity as needed, which helps in scaling operations and adapting to changing business requirements.

• Cloud computing restricts businesses to fixed resource allocations, limiting their ability to adapt to changing demands.

• Cloud computing increases operational costs for businesses due to the need for constant resource adjustments.

What role does virtualization play in cloud computing infrastructure?

• Virtualization in cloud computing infrastructure does not involve creating virtual instances of servers, storage, and networks.

• Virtualization in cloud computing infrastructure is only used for security purposes.

• Virtualization in cloud computing infrastructure hinders resource utilization and scalability.

• Virtualization in cloud computing infrastructure enables the creation of virtual instances of servers, storage, and networks to improve resource utilization, scalability, and flexibility.

Describe the key characteristics of Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS).

• Key characteristics of IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.

• Benefits of Software as a Service (SaaS)

• Key characteristics of IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS

• Characteristics of Infrastructure as a Platform (IaaP)

What are the potential challenges or risks associated with adopting cloud computing technology?

• Hardware compatibility issues

• Data security concerns, compliance issues, dependency on internet connectivity, vendor lock-in, and potential downtime.

• Lack of control over data

• Limited customization options