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Worksheet time: 57mins
Which best describes elasticity?
Multiple users have access to the same resources for an individual app, while other app resources are reduced.
Providing the maximum amount of resources that may be used by an application.
The ability of an application running in a private cloud to utilise public cloud infrastructure when demand spikes.
The automated ability to scale IT resources as required so the available resources match the demand.
Which best describes automation?
Coding routines that enable problems in the cloud infrastructure to be detected.
The reduction of human intervention in cloud computing.
The use of virtual machine templates to set up and deploy a cloud infrastructure.
Using a computer to perform a task normally completed by a human.
Which best describes chargeback?
Depositing a large amount of money that the cost of resources used is deducted from until it is all gone.
Paying an annual subscription and receiving back any overpayment at the end of the year.
Paying for every resource used on an individual basis.
Paying monthly, based on predicted use of resources.
Which cloud model is represented by Cloud B?
Community
Hybrid
Private
Public
Which cloud model is being described?
Community
Hybrid
Which statement about a public cloud is correct?
Used by multiple organisations and typically hosted by multiple cloud vendors.
Used by multiple organisations and typically hosted by one cloud vendor.
Used by one organisation and typically hosted by multiple cloud vendors.
Used by one organisation and typically hosted by one cloud vendor.
Which three types of organisation would benefit from cloud technology?
Organisations that increase their workload at specific times of the year.
Organisations that take on more employees at peak times of the year.
Organisations with increased levels of remote workers.
Organisations with limited financial resources.
Which one of the following would benefit from cloud technology?
Architect
Online retailer
Pop-up street food vendor
Portrait artist
Which of the following is a reason why an organisation would benefit from cloud technology?
The organisation's workforce does not need to collaborate on joint projects.
The organisation's workforce is regional and does not need to collaborate on joint projects.
The organisation's workforce is spread globally and does not need to collaborate on joint projects.
The organisation's workforce is spread globally and needs to collaborate on joint projects.
Which type of organisation may not benefit from cloud technology?
Education
Marketing agency
Military
Small start-ups with little capital
A research and development (R&D) organisation may not benefit from cloud technology because of the sensitivity of the information it stores.
True
False
Which of the following is a reason why the health service may not benefit from moving to cloud technology?
A. A potential for patient data to be disclosed.
B. Lack of facilities available to duplicate the data during the transition.
C. The expense of moving data to the cloud.
D. The need to retrain the staff resulting in delays to patient care.
Organisations which have considerable investment in their own traditional IT infrastructures are likely to resist a move to cloud technology.
True
False
Which role is responsible for the transition of an organisation to cloud services?
Capacity planner
Cloud architect
Cloud service manager
Network operation centre staff
Identify the similarities of ownership between utilising cloud technology and outsourcing. Select all that apply
You do not own the data.
You do not own the platforms.
You do not own the servers.
You do not own the technicians that operate it.
The customer should not be able to tell if the company is using outsourcing or cloud technology.
True
False
What needs to be considered when implementing a cloud service to support fluctuating IT resource demand? Select the correct answer.
Cloud service portability
On-demand self-service
Scalability
Variable cost
The process that translates unique IT hardware into an emulated software-based copy meets which business consideration? Select the correct answer.
A. Distribution over the internet
B. Hardware independence
C. Hypervisor
D. Variable cost
Which three statements best describe how upfront capital expenditure can be minimised when moving to cloud services? Select three answers.
C) Money is saved on energy costs.
E) Processing time can be purchased rather than the whole server.
F) Resilience is obtained without hardware redundancy.
B) Additional staff can be hired as required rather than given long-term contracts.
A) Additional equipment required for peak periods does not need to be bought at the business start-up.
The following items have been given as factors that can affect the operating cost of cloud computing: 1. Amount of data being stored. 2. Number of customers. 3. Number of transactions. 4. Number of users. Select the correct answer that shows all the items that affect the operating costs.
1, 2, and 3
1, 3, and 4
2, 3, and 4
1, 2, 3, and 4
One of the ways that cloud technology enhances business value is by giving all its users easy access to all its data.
True
False
Why is reduced reliance on internal technical skills a benefit for a business moving to cloud services?
Increased reliance on the need for industry certification of support staff.
Members of the technical support team can be made redundant.
Staff can be employed who have specific skills to meet the business needs.
The business can begin to employ apprentices.
Why is a simplified interface a benefit of cloud technology?
It is accessible to all users.
It is device independent.
It only has the features the organisation thinks they need.
Radio buttons and drop-down lists can be used.
The following statements have been given about user provisioning: 1) Permissions for all applications can be made centrally. 2) The user experience will be the same across all applications. 3) The user only needs to create a single account which works across all applications for the organisation. 4) User permissions can be automatically transferred when new applications are released. Select the correct answer that shows all the advantages of user provisioning.
1, 2, and 3
1, 3, and 4
2, 3, and 4
1, 2, 3, and 4
Which best describes the SaaS cloud service model? Select the correct answer.
Which services are provided by the service provider in the PaaS cloud service model? Select all the services that apply.
A) Applications
B) Data
C) Networking
D) Storage
The following is a list of services provided as part of the IaaS cloud service model: 1. Applications 2. Data 3. Operating system 4. Virtualisation Select the correct answer that shows the services controlled by the customer.
A) 1 and 2
B) 2 and 3
C) 1 and 3
D) 3 and 4
Which is an example of the CaaS cloud service model? Select the correct answer.
A) Amazon Web Services
B) Force.com
C) Microsoft Skype
D) Zoho
What does XaaS stand for? Select the correct answer.
Select the correct option: A) All-as-a-Service B) Always-as-a-Service C) Anything-as-a-Service D) Something-as-a-Service
All-as-a-Service
Always-as-a-Service
Anything-as-a-Service
Something-as-a-Service
Drag the Cloud delivery model from the drag options to the appropriate Service content.
SaaS
Load balancers, firewalls
IaaS
Programming languages, frameworks, editors
PaaS
Social networks, video processing, CRM
The process that translates unique IT hardware into an emulated software-based copy meets which business consideration? Select the correct answer.
A. Distribution over the internet
B. Hardware independence
C. Hypervisor
D. Variable cost
Which three statements best describe how upfront capital expenditure can be minimised when moving to cloud services? Select three answers.
A. Additional equipment required for peak periods does not need to be bought at the business start-up.
B. Additional staff can be hired as required rather than given long-term contracts.
E. Processing time can be purchased rather than the whole server.
D. Old technology can be reused and upgraded.
C. Money is saved on energy costs
The following items have been given as factors that can affect the operating cost of cloud computing. 1. Amount of data being stored. 2. Number of customers 3. Number of transactions. 4. Number of users. Select the correct answer that shows all the items that affect the operating costs.
1, 2, and 3
1, 3, and 4
2, 3, and 4
1, 2, 3, and 4
One of the ways that cloud technology enhances business value is by giving all its users easy access to all its data.
True
False
Why is reduced reliance on internal technical skills a benefit for a business moving to cloud services?
It reduces costs associated with hiring and training technical staff.
It increases the need for in-house technical expertise.
It complicates the management of IT resources.
It requires more investment in technical infrastructure.
Why is a simplified interface a benefit of cloud technology?
It is accessible to all users.
It is device independent.
It only has the features the organisation thinks they need.
Radio buttons and drop-down lists can be used.
The following statements have been given about user provisioning: 1. Permissions for all applications can be made centrally. 2. The user experience will be the same across all applications. 3. The user only needs to create a single account which works across all applications for the organisation. 4. User permissions can be automatically transferred when new applications are released. Select the correct answer that shows all the advantages of user provisioning.
1, 2, and 3
1, 3, and 4
2, 3, and 4
1, 2, 3, and 4
Which best describes the SaaS cloud service model? Select the correct answer.
Which statement is true about the PaaS cloud service model? Select the correct answer.
A. It allows the user access to applications.
B. It allows the user to create a virtual machine.
C. It allows the user to provision processing.
D. It allows the user to purchase applications.
Which services are provided by the service provider in the PaaS cloud service model? Select all the services that apply.
Applications
Data
Networking
Storage
The following is a list of services provided as part of the IaaS cloud service model: 1. Applications 2. Data 3. Operating system 4. Virtualisation Select the correct answer that shows the services controlled by the customer.
1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
3 and 4
Which is an example of the CaaS cloud service model? Select the correct answer.
Amazon Web Services
Force.com
What does XaaS stand for? Select the correct answer.
All-as-a-Service
Always-as-a-Service
Anything-as-a-Service
Something-as-a-Service
Drag the Cloud delivery model from the drag options to the appropriate Service content:
SaaS
SaaS
IaaS
IaaS
PaaS
PaaS
Load balancers, firewalls
Load balancers, firewalls
Programming languages, frameworks, editors
Programming languages, frameworks, editors
Who is responsible for making updates to cloud-based servers within an IaaS environment? Select the correct answer.
Cloud vendor
Consultant
Customer
Organisation
Read the sentence about PaaS and fill in the four numbers representing the missing words in the sentence below: (a) . (b) . (c) . (d) .
Option 1
Option 2
Option 3
Option 4
In a PaaS environment, the __ provides the __ to develop on and the __ is responsible for developing their __.
The provider, platform, developer, applications
The developer, infrastructure, provider, services
The user, software, provider, platform
The client, hardware, developer, tools
The following is a list of responsibilities within the SaaS environment: 1. Managing the data 2. Securing the application 3. Security permissions 4. The supporting infrastructure Select the correct answer that shows all the responsibilities of the cloud vendor.
1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
2 and 4
Drag each option below into the drop zone to indicate whether it is the responsibility of the cloud vendor or the organisation in the IaaS cloud service model.
Creation of applications
Organisation
Deployment of services
Organisation
Managing the cloud infrastructure
Cloud Vendor
Physical data centre infrastructure
Cloud Vendor
Underlying hardware infrastructure
Cloud Vendor
The following information has been requested to support an organisation's move to a cloud model:
Data security measures
Cost analysis
Migration strategy
All of the above
Select the correct answer that shows the information that is needed as part of the provisioning process.
A. 1, 2, and 3
B. 1, 3, and 4
C. 2, 3, and 4
D. 1, 2, 3, and 4
Which is an example of a hybrid cloud model? Select the correct answer.
A. Using only public cloud resources
B. Using only private cloud resources
C. Using a mix of public and private cloud resources
D. Using cloud resources from different vendors
Which best describes elasticity?
A. The ability to stretch resources beyond their limits.
B. The capacity to store unlimited data.
C. The manual adjustment of resources to meet demand.
D. The automated ability to scale IT resources as required so the available resources match the demand.
Which best describes automation?
A. The increase of human intervention in cloud computing.
B. The reduction of human intervention in cloud computing.
C. The complete elimination of human intervention in cloud computing.
D. The enhancement of human skills in cloud computing.
Which best describes chargeback?
Paying for every resource used on an individual basis.
Paying a fixed amount for unlimited resources.
Paying for every resource used on an individual basis.
Sharing resources among multiple users.
Which cloud model is represented by Cloud B?
Public
Hybrid
Private
Community
Which cloud model is being described?
Private
Hybrid
Community
Public
Which statement about a public cloud is correct?
Used by a single organization and hosted by multiple vendors.
Used by multiple organisations and typically hosted by one cloud vendor.
Used by a single organization and hosted internally.
Used by multiple organisations and hosted internally.
Which three types of organisations would benefit from cloud technology?
Organisations that increase their workload at specific times of the year.
Organisations that take on more employees at peak times of the year.
Organisations with increased levels of remote workers.
Organisations with a stable workload throughout the year.
Which one of the following would benefit from cloud technology?
Local grocery store
Online retailer
Small family business
Independent contractor
Which of the following is a reason why an organisation would benefit from cloud technology?
The organisation's workforce is located in a single office.
The organisation has no need for collaboration tools.
The organisation's workforce is spread globally and needs to collaborate on joint projects.
The organisation has a stable and unchanging workload.
Which type of organisation may not benefit from cloud technology?
Retail
Education
Military
Healthcare
A research and development (R&D) organisation may not benefit from cloud technology because of the sensitivity of the information it stores.
True
False
Which of the following is a reason why the health service may not benefit from moving to cloud technology?
A. A potential for patient data to be disclosed.
B. Increased efficiency
C. Cost savings
D. Improved collaboration
Organisations which have considerable investment in their own traditional IT infrastructures are likely to resist a move to cloud technology.
True
False
Select the statements which describe the responsibilities of vendor management staff.
Developing cloud applications
Monitoring and managing cloud resources.
Negotiating service-level contracts.
Updating service-level contracts.
Which role is responsible for the transition of an organisation to cloud services?
IT Support
Cloud architect
Network engineer
Database administrator
Identify the similarities of ownership between utilising cloud technology and outsourcing.
You own the platforms.
You do not own the platforms.
You do not own the servers.
You do not own the technicians that operate it.
The customer should not be able to tell if the company is using outsourcing or cloud technology.
True
False
What needs to be considered when implementing a cloud service to support fluctuating IT resource demand?
Security
Cost
Scalability
Compliance
The process that translates unique IT hardware into an emulated software-based copy meets which business consideration?
Cost efficiency
Hardware independence
Security
Compliance
What are the features of cloud technology that allow the time to market for a product to be reduced?
It reduces costs significantly.
It allows prototypes to be rapidly developed.
It enhances security measures.
It allows virtualised test environments to be quickly established.
It utilises a standard library of routines decreasing coding time.
Which three statements best describe how upfront capital expenditure can be minimised when moving to cloud services?
Additional equipment required for peak periods does not need to be bought at the business start-up.
It increases the need for IT staff.
Money is saved on energy costs.
It requires a large initial investment.
Processing time can be purchased rather than the whole server.
Factors that affect the operating cost of cloud computing:
1, 2, 3, and 5
1, 2, 4, and 5
1, 3, 4, and 5
1, 2, 3, and 4
One of the ways that cloud technology enhances business value is by giving all its users easy access to all its data.
True
False
Why is reduced reliance on internal technical skills a benefit for a business moving to cloud services?
It reduces costs.
It increases security.
Staff can be employed who have specific skills to meet the business needs.
Why is a simplified interface a benefit of cloud technology?
It is accessible to all users.
It is more secure.
It is faster.
Advantages of user provisioning:
1, 2, and 3
1 and 2
2 and 3
Which best describes the SaaS cloud service model?
It allows the user access to applications.
It provides infrastructure.
It offers storage solutions.
Which services are provided by the service provider in the PaaS cloud service model? (Select All That Apply)
Computing
Security
Networking
Storage
Services controlled by the customer in the IaaS model:
1 and 2
2 and 3
1, 2, and 3
Which is an example of the CaaS cloud service model?
Google Drive
Amazon Web Services
Microsoft Skype
What does XaaS stand for?
Everything-as-a-Service
Software-as-a-Service
Anything-as-a-Service
Match the Cloud delivery models with their service content:
IaaS
Load balancers, firewalls
PaaS
Programming languages, frameworks, editors
SaaS
Social networks, video processing, CRM
Which of the following best describes cloud bursting?
The ability of an application running in a public cloud to utilise private cloud infrastructure when demand spikes.
The ability of an application running in a private cloud to utilise private cloud infrastructure when demand spikes.
The ability of an application running in a private cloud to utilise public cloud infrastructure when demand spikes.
The ability of an application running in a public cloud to utilise public cloud infrastructure when demand spikes.
Which cloud deployment model is shared by multiple organisations with common interests?
Community
Private
Public
Hybrid
Which of the following describes multi-tenancy?
Multiple customers share the same cloud infrastructure.
A single customer uses multiple cloud infrastructures.
Multiple customers use separate cloud infrastructures.
A single customer uses a single cloud infrastructure.
Which security risk is most associated with public cloud adoption?
Data loss due to natural disasters.
Unauthorized physical access to data centers.
Data breaches due to shared infrastructure.
Hardware failures.
Which cloud service model provides complete development environments?
IaaS
PaaS
SaaS
DaaS
What is an advantage of hybrid cloud?
It allows organisations to reduce costs by using only public cloud resources.
It allows organisations to eliminate the need for private cloud resources.
It allows organisations to maintain control over critical data while benefiting from cloud scalability.
It allows organisations to use only private cloud resources.
What is an example of an on-demand self-service cloud feature?
Users can manually configure servers as needed.
Users can provision resources like storage and computing power as needed.
Users can request additional resources from the cloud provider.
Users can schedule resources for future use.
What does a hypervisor do?
