U16-Assignment1-P2-Exploring Cloud Technologies for Businesses

What is the primary benefit of using cloud technologies for a company like Sterki Surgical Instruments?

• Increased physical storage space

• Scalability and flexibility

• Reduced need for IT staff

• Improved local network speed

Which of the following is a type of cloud service model?

• Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

• Software as a Product (SaaP)

• Hardware as a Service (HaaS)

• Network as a Service (NaaS)

What is a potential disadvantage of moving to cloud technologies?

• Increased data security

• Dependency on internet connectivity

• Unlimited storage capacity

• Enhanced collaboration tools

Which cloud service model would be most suitable for Sterki Surgical Instruments if they want to manage their own applications but not the underlying infrastructure?

• Platform as a Service (PaaS)

• Software as a Service (SaaS)

• Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

• Data as a Service (DaaS)

What is the main advantage of using Software as a Service (SaaS) for order processing systems?

• Custom hardware requirements

• Automatic updates and maintenance

• Requires on-premises installation

• High initial setup cost

Which of the following is a characteristic of a private cloud?

• Shared resources among multiple organisations

• Hosted on the public internet

• Exclusive use by a single organisation

• Free to use

What is a hybrid cloud?

• A cloud service that combines IaaS and SaaS

• A mix of private and public cloud environments

• A cloud service that is only used for storage

• A cloud service that is only used for computing

Which cloud deployment model offers the highest level of control and security?

• Public cloud

• Private cloud

• Hybrid cloud

• Community cloud

What is the role of a cloud service provider?

• To manufacture cloud hardware

• To offer cloud services and manage infrastructure

• To provide internet connectivity

• To develop custom software applications

Which of the following is a benefit of cloud computing for personnel systems?

• Increased manual data entry

• Real-time data access and updates

• Higher electricity consumption

• Limited user access