Operating Online (Learning Aim C)

Select the common personal use of cloud storage

• Storing photos

• Running business applications

• Hosting websites

The remote backup of a business' files is a common organisational use of cloud storage.

• True

• False

A professional use of cloud computing is...

• Remote backup of the business' files

• Accessing work files for remote working

• Accessing software such as email and office software

Which of the following is not a type of cloud computing?

• Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

• Platform as a Service (PaaS)

• Hardware as a Service (HaaS)

Cloud computing can allow multiple users in different locations to work simultaneously on one document. This is known as

• Collaboration

• Synchronization

• Virtualization

• Co-operative working

What technology can support a user to connect to their work LAN securely while working remotely?

• VPN

• FTP

• HTTP

• SSL

Which technology allows a user working from home to access the software installed within the office?

• Remote Desktop

• Email

• Cloud Storage

How would a business moving to cloud storage know the data is secure during transmission?

• The website states it is secure

• Cloud storage is guaranteed to be secure

• http is at the start of the URL

• https is at the start of the URL

For a small business, why is Ease of Use considered when choosing a cloud computing service?

• The business has a limited broadband connection

• The service needs to support collaborative working

• The service needs to be intuitive as employees may have limited IT skills

Why is connectivity important to a video-editing company considering cloud storage for their videos?

• An employee has a disability and needs a good connection

• Large file sizes require a fast connection for upload and download

• Need a secure connection so data cannot be stolen during transmission