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1. Cloud Computing Flashcards

1
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What is cloud computing?

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On-demand delivery of IT resources via the internet, with pay-as-you-go pricing.

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Name three components of a server.

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Compute (CPU), Memory (RAM), and Storage.

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True or False: In a private cloud, resources are shared publicly.

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False

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What does IaaS stand for?

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Infrastructure as a Service

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5
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List one advantage of using cloud computing for storage.

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Cost-effectiveness, as you only pay for what you use.

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Fill in the blank: Cloud computing allows for rapid _____ and _____ of resources.

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elasticity and scalability

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7
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What is the role of a router in networking?

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To forward data packets between computer networks.

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Describe ‘measured service’ in cloud computing.

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Users pay only for what they use; usage is measured.

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True or False: Hybrid cloud combines private and public cloud features.

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True

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What does AWS stand for?

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Amazon Web Services

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Name a key benefit of Platform as a Service (PaaS).

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It removes the need to manage the underlying infrastructure.

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12
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Give an example of Software as a Service (SaaS).

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Gmail, Dropbox, or Zoom.

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13
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What is ‘multi-tenancy’ in cloud computing?

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Multiple customers share the same infrastructure while maintaining security and privacy.

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Fill in the blank: In cloud computing, ‘broad network access’ means resources are accessible from diverse _____ platforms.

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client

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What does a switch do in a network?

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It sends data to the correct device on a network.

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True or False: Public cloud services are maintained by the client organization.

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False

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17
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What AWS service provides Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)?

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Amazon EC2

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18
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Fill in the blank: Netflix is an example of a service built on _____.

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AWS

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19
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What is the main purpose of AWS Regions?

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To provide data centers around the world for reduced latency and compliance with local laws.

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20
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Name one of the six advantages of cloud computing.

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Trade capital expense (CAPEX) for operational expense (OPEX).

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21
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True or False: In the cloud, scaling is limited to hardware constraints.

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False

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22
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Which cloud model provides flexibility and control over sensitive assets?

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Hybrid cloud

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23
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List three characteristics of cloud computing.

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On-demand self-service, broad network access, multi-tenancy and resource pooling.

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What is an AWS Availability Zone?

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A separate data center within an AWS Region, with redundant power and networking.

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25
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Name an AWS Global Service.

A

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

26
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Fill in the blank: A CDN reduces _____ by delivering content from locations closer to users.

A

latency

27
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What does PaaS stand for?

A

Platform as a Service

28
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True or False: With SaaS, users manage the infrastructure.

A

False

29
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Which deployment model offers cloud resources managed entirely by the organization?

A

Private Cloud

30
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Explain the concept of ‘resource pooling’ in cloud computing.

A

Multiple customers share resources, which are dynamically assigned as needed.

31
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Fill in the blank: Pay-as-you-go pricing in the cloud means customers only pay for what they _____ and use.

A

consume

32
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What is a Point of Presence in AWS?

A

A location that stores content to deliver it faster to users.

33
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Name a service that AWS provides for content delivery.

A

CloudFront

34
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What is the ‘shared responsibility model’ in AWS?

A

AWS secures the cloud infrastructure; customers secure their applications and data in the cloud.

35
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True or False: AWS regions are named by geography (e.g., us-east-1).

A

True

36
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List one factor to consider when choosing an AWS region.

A

Compliance with local laws and data governance.

37
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Fill in the blank: AWS regions typically contain multiple _____ zones.

A

availability

38
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Which pricing principle does AWS use for compute services?

A

Pay-as-you-go based on usage.

39
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Name an AWS service that supports SaaS for machine learning.

A

Rekognition

40
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True or False: AWS offers both region-scoped and global services.

A

True

41
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What is the primary goal of the AWS Acceptable Use Policy?

A

To prevent illegal, harmful, or offensive use of AWS services.

42
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Name an AWS service that offers PaaS.

A

Elastic Beanstalk

43
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What is a key feature of cloud elasticity?

A

The ability to scale resources up or down as needed.

44
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Fill in the blank: AWS Edge Locations help to reduce _____ by providing content closer to the user.

A

latency

45
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Describe the difference between IaaS and SaaS.

A

IaaS provides basic cloud infrastructure; SaaS provides a complete product managed by the service provider.

46
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True or False: AWS customers can manage their resources through a web-based console.

A

True

47
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Name one cost advantage of using AWS over traditional IT infrastructure.

A

Reduced Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) by paying only for actual usage.

48
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What does the term ‘OPEX’ refer to in cloud computing?

A

Operational Expenses

49
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Give an example of a scenario where using a hybrid cloud would be beneficial.

A

When an organization needs to keep sensitive data on-premises but uses public cloud for less critical operations.

50
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What type of cloud model does Gmail represent?

A

Software as a Service (SaaS)

51
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Fill in the blank: In AWS, data transfer IN is typically _____.

A

free

52
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True or False: Scaling in AWS requires manual installation of hardware.

A

False

53
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Name one use case for AWS.

A

Big Data analytics, backup & storage, or mobile app hosting.

54
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What is the benefit of AWS’s global infrastructure?

A

It allows applications to scale globally and operate with low latency.

55
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Explain the concept of ‘high availability’ in cloud terms.

A

Ensuring resources are consistently accessible by building across multiple data centers or availability zones.

56
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What is the AWS Marketplace?

A

A digital catalog with software listings for AWS customers.

57
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Fill in the blank: By using cloud computing, companies can avoid the costs of _____ data centers.

A

building and maintaining

58
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True or False: In AWS, data transfer OUT is free of charge.

A

False

59
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What AWS service can be used for DNS management?

A

Route 53

60
Q

List a use case for AWS Lambda.

A

Running code without provisioning or managing servers (Function as a Service).

61
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What does ‘CAPEX’ stand for in cloud computing context?

A

Capital Expenses

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