Cloud Computing Quiz 1

What is cloud computing?

• delivery of computing services over the internet

• a method of data encryption

• a programming language

What is cloud storage?

• storing data on remote servers accessed via the internet

• a type of physical storage device

• a method for data backup only

Pick an example with 'over' meaning 'by means of'

• They discussed the project over lunch.
• He traveled over the bridge.
• She communicated her ideas over email.

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What are some practical applications of cloud computing?

• local server hosting

• email hosting

• data storage and backup

• on-premises software installation

• virtual desktops

Pick an example with 'over' meaning 'finished'

• The song is overplayed.
• The project is overdone.
• The game is over.
• The food is overcooked.

Identify an example with 'over' meaning 'via'

• They shared the document over the cloud.

• He jumped over the fence.

• She sent the invitation over the mail.

Which of the following is a key service of cloud computing?

• graphic design

• video editing

• storage

A: What is PaaS?

B: It stands​ (a)   Platform as a Service.

A: Can you​ (b)   me an example?

B: Sure, Google App Engine is a (c)   example.

A: Is it (d)   to deploy applications?

• for

• give

• great

• easy

What pricing model does cloud computing use?

• pay-as-you-go

• subscription-based

• one-time purchase

IaaS provides ___.

• software applications over the internet

• virtualized computing resources over the internet

• physical hardware resources