Cloud Computing Flash Cards
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What is Cloud Computing?
Delivering computing services such as servers, storage, networking, software, and databases over the Internet.
What does SaaS stand for?
Software as a Service
What does PaaS stand for?
Platform as a Service
What does IaaS stand for?
Infrastructure as a Service
Name one Public Cloud provider.
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
What is Virtualization?
Creating virtual versions of computers, servers, storage, or networks.
What is Elasticity?
Automatically increasing or decreasing computing resources based on demand.
What is Scalability?
The ability to increase or decrease resources to meet workload demands.
What is a Hybrid Cloud?
A combination of private cloud and public cloud environments.
What is Cloud Storage?
Storing files and data on remote servers that are accessed over the Internet.
What is Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)?
A security method requiring two or more forms of authentication before access is granted.
What is Auto Scaling?
Automatically adjusting computing resources based on application demand.