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Topic 8 Cloud Technologies
Topic 8 Cloud Technologies
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1
On average, how frequent are data files saved to the cloud?
Every few seconds
Once daily
Every 10 minutes
Once monthly
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Define the term Cloud Computing
Running software on a local machine.
Automatic storage
An internal server
Using remote servers via the Internet to provide services
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What is one of the main benefits of cloud computing for businesses?
Flexibility to scale storage and bandwidth as needed.
Increased need for physical server rooms.
Limited collaboration opportunities.
Slower access to files.
4
What is a major disadvantage of cloud gaming?
Cannot be accessed online.
Requires expensive hardware.
Limited game selection.
Needs a reliable broadband connection.
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Which of the following is an example of cloud-based collaborative working?
Sending emails with attachments.
Using desktop-based Excel without sharing.
Printing physical copies of reports.
Using Google Docs to simultaneously edit a document.
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What is the main risk of using cloud storage?
Limited access from multiple devices.
Physical damage to the server.
Difficulty in finding files.
Security vulnerabilities attracting cyber criminals.
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Which classification? Includes cloud hosting of websites and virtual data centres
PaaS
SLA
IaaS
SaaS
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Which classification? Provides platforms (a base to run applications)
SaaS
IaaS
SLA
PaaS
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Which cloud-based music service streams directly from the cloud?
Windows Media Player
Spotify
VLC Player
iTunes
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What is the term for the contract that specifies cloud service quality and availability?
Cloud Contract
Service Level Agreement (SLA)
Data Privacy Agreement
Cloud Usage Terms
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What is the main benefit of cloud-based file sharing?
Slower editing speeds.
Inability to work offline.
No need for version control.
Reduced collaboration.
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What is a key advantage of cloud computing for organisations?
Higher hardware costs.
Reduced need for backup servers.
Limited accessibility.
Increased dependence on local storage.
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Which of the following is an example of Software as a Service (SaaS)?
Amazon EC2
Windows Azure
Microsoft Office 365
Google App Engine
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Which of the following is an impact of cloud storage?
Files are only accessible offline.
Data is automatically saved in the background.
Users must carry external storage.
Files cannot be shared.
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Which cloud service model provides virtual machines and storage?
Backup as a Service (BaaS)
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
Software as a Service (SaaS)
Platform as a Service (PaaS)
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What is a key advantage of cloud-based gaming for gamers?
Limited access to games.
No need for new hardware to support high-resolution graphics.
Slow streaming speeds.
Requires purchasing physical discs.
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Which of the following is an impact of cloud-based file storage on organisations?
Limited remote accessibility.
Files must be manually backed up.
Reduced risk of version control issues.
Increased reliance on local hard drives.
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What does automatic backup and recovery in cloud computing reduce?
The need for internet connections.
The chances of data loss.
The speed of access.
The need for customer support.
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Which of the following is an example of public cloud usage?
A company storing internal data on private servers.
A personal hard drive backup.
Running applications on local machines.
A company using Amazon EC2 for website hosting.
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Which classification? - Provides access to applications upon subscription
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
Software as a Service (SaaS)
Service Level Agreement (SLA)
Plaform as a Service (PaaS)
