Practice Defining 'a Cloud': Essential Characteristics (nist Definition) (1.3)
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Defining 'A Cloud': Essential Characteristics (NIST Definition)

Practice - Defining 'A Cloud': Essential Characteristics (NIST Definition)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

Define On-demand Self-service in cloud computing.

💡 Hint: Think about how you can access services directly without asking for help.

Question 2 Easy

What does Broad Network Access mean?

💡 Hint: Consider the different devices you might use to connect to cloud services.

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Question 1

What is the first essential characteristic of cloud computing?

Resource Pooling
On-demand Self-service
Measured Service

💡 Hint: Remember the concept of direct control over resources.

Question 2

True or False: Broad Network Access means cloud services can only be accessed from desktops.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about accessing the cloud from mobile phones or tablets.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Evaluate a scenario where a business experiences fluctuating demand for its web services. How would Rapid Elasticity help it operate efficiently?

💡 Hint: Consider the impact of resource allocation based on traffic patterns.

Challenge 2 Hard

Create a proposal for a startup using cloud computing. How would you implement the five essential characteristics to ensure success?

💡 Hint: Think about how each characteristic can support the startup’s business model.

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