Exploring Cloud Computing Concepts

What are the key characteristics of cloud computing?

• High upfront costs

• Limited access to resources

• Static resource allocation

• On-demand self-service, broad network access, resource pooling, rapid elasticity, measured service.

How is data managed in cloud computing environments?

• Data is only stored on physical hard drives.

• Data is managed solely on local servers.

• Data is managed using distributed storage, governance policies, access controls, and management tools.

• Data management relies exclusively on manual processes.

List three advantages of using cloud storage.

• 1. Accessibility from anywhere 2. Scalability 3. Enhanced data security

• Dependence on local hardware

• High maintenance costs

• Limited storage capacity

What is one major disadvantage of cloud storage?

• Unlimited storage capacity

• Reliance on internet connectivity

• Automatic data backup

• Enhanced data security

What security issues are commonly associated with cloud computing?

• Unlimited storage capacity without cost implications

• Guaranteed data recovery for all users

• Common security issues in cloud computing include data breaches, loss of data control, account hijacking, insecure APIs, and compliance challenges.

• Increased physical security of data centers

Describe the three main cloud service models.

• DaaS, FaaS, CaaS

• IaaS, SaaS, DBaaS

• PaaS, SaaS, XaaS

• IaaS, PaaS, SaaS

How does cloud computing enhance data sharing?

• Cloud computing restricts data access to a single user.

• Cloud computing enables seamless and efficient data sharing across multiple users and devices.

• Cloud computing slows down data transfer between devices.

• Cloud computing eliminates the need for data sharing altogether.

What is the role of virtualization in cloud computing?

• Virtualization enables resource optimization, scalability, and isolation in cloud computing.

• Virtualization reduces the need for data security in cloud computing.

• Virtualization is primarily used for software development and testing.

• Virtualization eliminates the need for physical servers entirely.

Explain the concept of scalability in cloud services.

• Scalability in cloud services is the ability to adjust resources dynamically to meet changing demands.

• Scalability means having a fixed amount of resources available at all times.

• Scalability is the process of reducing costs in cloud services.

• Scalability refers to the ability to store data securely in the cloud.

What are potential risks of relying solely on cloud storage?

• Improved data accessibility

• Enhanced collaboration features

• Data loss, security breaches, lack of control, internet dependency, vendor lock-in.

• Increased storage capacity