Network Trends Flashcards
There are several networking trends that affect organizations and consumers. Which are?
- Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)
- Online collaboration
- Video communications
- Cloud Computing
What is BYOD?
any device, with any ownership, used anywhere.
What are data centers?
facilities used to house computer systems and associated components
What are four primary types of clouds. What are they?
Public clouds, Private clouds, Hybrid clouds, and Community clouds
What are public clouds?
Cloud-based applications and services offered in a public cloud are made available to the general population. Services may be free or are offered on a pay-per-use model, such as paying for online storage. The public cloud uses the internet to provide services.
What are private clouds?
Cloud-based applications and services offered in a private cloud are intended for a specific organization or entity, such as a government. A private cloud can be set up using the organization’s private network, though this can be expensive to build and maintain. A private cloud can also be managed by an outside organization with strict access security.
What are hybrid clouds?
A hybrid cloud is made up of two or more clouds (example: part private, part public), where each part remains a distinct object, but both are connected using a single architecture. Individuals on a hybrid cloud would be able to have degrees of access to various services based on user access rights.
What are community clouds?
A community cloud is created for exclusive use by specific entities or organizations. The differences between public clouds and community clouds are the functional needs that have been customized for the community. For example, healthcare organizations must remain compliant with policies and laws (e.g., HIPAA) that require special authentication and confidentiality. Community clouds are used by multiple organizations that have similar needs and concerns. Community clouds are similar to a public cloud environment, but with set levels of security, privacy, and even regulatory compliance of a private cloud.
What is Wireless Broadband Service? What does it do?
Another wireless solution for the home and small businesses is wireless broadband
uses the same cellular technology as a smart phone. An antenna is installed outside the house providing either wireless or wired connectivity for devices in the home. In many areas, home wireless broadband is competing directly with DSL and cable services.
