Cloud Computing MCQs with Answers
Practice important Cloud Computing MCQs with answers and explanations.
Chapter: 14
Q841:
What is a cloud database?
A. A database that resides on a local server
B. A database that resides on a cloud platform
C. A database that is only available offline
D. A database that can only be accessed by local applications
Correct Answer:
B
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Q842:
Fill in the blank: A cloud database is provisioned as part of __________.
A. IaaS
B. PaaS
C. SaaS
D. DaaS
Correct Answer:
B
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Q843:
Which of the following is an advantage of cloud-based database solutions?
A. Limited scalability
B. High availability of database software
C. Increased administration of databases
D. Reduced accessibility
Correct Answer:
B
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Q844:
What is a potential disadvantage of cloud-based database solutions?
A. High speed of access
B. Trust issues regarding sensitive data
C. No available providers
D. Unlimited storage
Correct Answer:
B
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Q845:
Which company is a cloud-based database provider?
A. Apple
B. Google
C. Oracle
D. Sony
Correct Answer:
C
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Q846:
Fill in the blank: Cloud-based block storage is suitable when data may not map properly on a __________.
A. database
B. local disk
C. file system
D. network
Correct Answer:
C
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Q847:
What is Amazon Elastic Block Store (EBS)?
A. A type of cloud-based block storage
B. A software for database management
C. A local storage solution
D. A file transfer service
Correct Answer:
A
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Q848:
What is one reason an application developer might use block storage?
A. To simplify data mapping
B. To store data in a customized file system
C. To enhance database replication
D. To increase database downtime
Correct Answer:
B
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Q849:
Fill in the blank: Cloud databases provide cost-effective __________ as per use.
A. storage
B. scalability
C. administration
D. security
Correct Answer:
B
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Q850:
Which of the following is a characteristic of cloud databases?
A. They are only accessible offline
B. They have redundant hardware for high availability
C. They require extensive manual configuration
D. They are limited to small data sizes
Correct Answer:
B
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Q851:
What is a disadvantage of using cloud-based databases?
A. Reduced performance in certain situations
B. Unlimited data access
C. Increased local administration
D. High trust in cloud providers
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 15
Q852:
What does IDaaS stand for?
A. Identity as a Service
B. Information as a Service
C. Identity and Access Security
D. Integration as a Service
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 15
Q853:
Fill in the blank: When a user leaves a company, related logins and passwords must be __________.
A. archived
B. deleted
C. transferred
D. retained
Correct Answer:
B
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Q854:
Which of the following is an example of IDaaS?
A. Google Drive
B. Microsoft Office
C. Ping IDaaS
D. Dropbox
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 15
Q855:
What is the primary function of a single sign-on (SSO) system?
A. To enable users to log into multiple applications with one set of credentials
B. To create unique passwords for each application
C. To manage data encryption
D. To improve network speed
Correct Answer:
A
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Q856:
Fill in the blank: The user connects to the __________ to obtain a secure ticket before accessing application servers.
A. authentication server
B. cloud server
C. database server
D. file server
Correct Answer:
A
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Q857:
Which of the following statements is true regarding identity management?
A. It is a simple task.
B. It is provided as a service for cloud consumers.
C. It requires no maintenance.
D. It is the responsibility of the end-user only.
Correct Answer:
B
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Q858:
What is a key benefit of using IDaaS?
A. Increased number of passwords to remember
B. Centralized management of user credentials
C. Limited access to applications
D. Reduced security measures
Correct Answer:
B
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Q859:
Fill in the blank: IDaaS helps in managing user identities and __________.
A. application performance
B. network bandwidth
C. security credentials
D. local storage
Correct Answer:
C
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Q860:
Which of the following is NOT a function of the authentication server?
A. Managing user login credentials
B. Issuing secure tickets
C. Providing application support
D. Connecting users to application servers
Correct Answer:
C