Modern Storage Methods

What is a primary advantage of using cloud storage solutions?

• Requires no internet connection

• Provides scalable storage capacity

• Offers faster data retrieval than local storage

• Eliminates the need for data encryption

Which of the following is a characteristic of Solid State Drives (SSDs)?

• They have moving mechanical parts

• They are generally slower than Hard Disk Drives (HDDs)

• They consume less power than HDDs

• They are more prone to physical damage than HDDs

What is RAID in the context of data redundancy?

• A type of cloud storage

• A data encryption standard

• A method of combining multiple disk drives for redundancy

• A type of Solid State Drive

Which of the following is a common data encryption standard?

• RAID

• AES

• SSD

• HTTP

What is the main purpose of data redundancy techniques?

• To increase data retrieval speed

• To reduce storage costs

• To ensure data availability and reliability

• To enhance data encryption

Which cloud storage solution is known for its integration with Microsoft Office products?

• Google Drive

• Dropbox

• OneDrive

• iCloud

What is the typical unit of measurement for SSD storage capacity?

• Ounces

• Metres

• Gigabytes

• Miles

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using cloud storage?

• Automatic software updates

• Physical control over data

• Remote access to files

• Collaboration features

What does the term "end-to-end encryption" mean?

• Data is encrypted only during transmission

• Data is encrypted at the source and decrypted at the destination

• Data is encrypted only when stored

• Data is encrypted only when accessed

What is a disadvantage of using SSDs compared to HDDs?

• Higher power consumption

• Slower data access speeds

• Higher cost per gigabyte

• Larger physical size