Choosing the Right Cloud Service

What does IaaS stand for in cloud computing?

• Internet as a Service

• Infrastructure as a Service

• Integration as a Service

• Information as a Service

Which of the following is an example of a PaaS provider?

• Amazon Web Services

• Google App Engine

• Dropbox

• Microsoft Office 365

What is the primary benefit of using SaaS for a business?

• Full control over the hardware

• No need to manage the underlying infrastructure

• Ability to customise the software extensively

• Requires a large initial investment

In the given scenario, which factor is most important for "Tech Innovators" when choosing a cloud service?

• High initial cost

• Scalability

• Custom hardware

• On-premises deployment

Which cloud service model provides the most control over the computing resources?

• SaaS

• PaaS

• IaaS

• DaaS

What is a potential disadvantage of using PaaS?

• High maintenance cost

• Limited control over the underlying infrastructure

• Requires physical servers

• No scalability options

Which cloud service model is typically delivered on a subscription basis?

• IaaS

• PaaS

• SaaS

• DaaS

For a startup with a small team and limited budget, which cloud service model is likely the most cost-effective?

• IaaS

• PaaS

• SaaS

• On-premises

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of SaaS?

• Software is accessed via the internet

• Requires installation on local machines

• Updates are managed by the provider

• Typically involves a subscription fee

What is the main advantage of using IaaS for a business?

• Complete control over the software applications

• No need to manage the hardware

• Access to a wide range of development tools

• High level of customisation for infrastructure