Cloud Computing Concepts and Features

The video explains cloud computing, differentiating it from cloud storage. It highlights the benefits of running applications online, such as reduced resource usage and increased accessibility. A case study on Office 365 demonstrates practical applications, emphasizing collaboration and real-time saving. The video also covers the advantages of cloud computing, including automatic saving, accessibility, and version consistency, ensuring all users have the same software version.

What is the primary difference between cloud computing and cloud storage?

• Cloud computing is only for businesses, while cloud storage is for personal use.

• Cloud computing and cloud storage are the same.

• Cloud computing is for storing data online, while cloud storage involves running applications online.

• Cloud computing involves running applications online, while cloud storage is for storing data online.

What is a key benefit of using online applications?

• They can only be accessed from one device.

• They require more of your computer's resources.

• They reduce the workload on your computer's CPU.

• They need to be installed on your computer.

Which of the following is a feature of Office 365?

• It does not support online access.

• It can only be used in schools.

• It allows collaboration on documents in real-time.

• It requires installation on every device.

What does the term 'collaboration' mean in the context of cloud computing?

• Working on documents individually.

• Several people working together on the same document at the same time.

• Editing documents without internet access.

• Saving documents on a local drive.

What is a 'single shared instance'?

• A document that can only be edited by one person.

• A term used for printed documents.

• A single file that multiple people can work on simultaneously.

• A file that cannot be accessed online.

Which of the following is an advantage of using online software?

• Software needs to be installed on every device.

• Files need to be saved manually.

• Files can be accessed from any browser or computer in the world.

• Only one person can edit a file at a time.

What is 'version history' in cloud computing?

• A feature that prevents document editing.

• A list of all users who have accessed a document.

• A record of all changes made to a document over time.

• A tool for printing documents.

How does cloud computing ensure consistency of software versions?

• By using different versions for different users.

• By allowing users to choose their software version.

• By updating all users to the same version automatically.

• By requiring manual updates from users.

What problem does cloud computing solve regarding different software versions?

• It prevents users from accessing the latest features.

• It eliminates issues with opening documents created in newer versions.

• It allows users to use outdated software.

• It requires frequent manual updates.

What happens when a new version of software is released in cloud computing?

• The old version is deleted immediately.

• Users need to manually update their software.

• The provider updates the software automatically for all users.

• Users cannot access the new version.