Cloud Computing MCQs with Answers
Practice important Cloud Computing MCQs with answers and explanations.
Chapter: 24
Q1241:
What happens to the recovered instance in an Active-Passive configuration after it is replicated?
A. It becomes the new active instance
B. It remains on standby
C. It is shut down
D. It is deleted
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 24
Q1242:
Fill in the blank: In an Active-Passive configuration, once the failed instance is recovered, it is ________.
A. reactivated as active
B. deleted
C. put on standby
D. permanently removed
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 24
Q1243:
What is the purpose of the Resource Cluster Mechanism?
A. Increase security
B. Group IT resources for unified usage
C. Reduce latency
D. Decrease storage costs
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 24
Q1244:
Fill in the blank: Resource clusters are used to increase computing capacity, load balancing capacity, and ________.
A. scalability
B. security
C. availability
D. redundancy
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 24
Q1245:
What is a key benefit of using high-speed communication links in resource clusters?
A. Increased data redundancy
B. Enhanced task scheduling
C. Faster server booting
D. Lower server costs
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 24
Q1246:
Which of the following is NOT a common type of resource cluster?
A. Server Cluster
B. Database Cluster
C. Compute Cluster
D. Large Dataset Cluster
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 24
Q1247:
Fill in the blank: Server clusters are useful for ________ of VMs to achieve scaling and load balancing.
A. migration
B. deletion
C. replication
D. backup
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 24
Q1248:
What is the main purpose of a Database Cluster?
A. To provide storage for non-critical data
B. To synchronize data across redundant instances
C. To enhance data redundancy
D. To enable system reboot
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 24
Q1249:
Large Dataset Clusters are specifically used for ________.
A. partitioning and distributing large datasets
B. providing storage for small files
C. distributing small tasks
D. handling user login information
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 24
Q1250:
Which of the following is a function of the Multi-Device Broker Mechanism?
A. Converts messages from different devices into a standard format
B. Transmits data between servers and users
C. Manages user sessions
D. Handles data storage
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 24
Q1251:
Fill in the blank: The Multi-Device Broker Mechanism transforms the messages from Cloud service into device-specific ________ before sending them back to devices.
A. format
B. encryption
C. cache
D. packet
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 24
Q1252:
What type of data is typically stored in the State Management Database?
A. File system data
B. Application code
C. State data of software programs
D. Network configurations
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 24
Q1253:
Fill in the blank: The State Management Database can temporarily store the configuration and number of ________ employed to support a PaaS instance.
A. users
B. VMs
C. processors
D. databases
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 24
Q1254:
What happens to the underlying infrastructure when the user pauses activity in a PaaS instance?
A. It remains the same
B. It scales in to a single VM
C. It is deleted
D. It is replicated
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 25
Q1255:
What is the main function of a Remote Administration System in Cloud computing?
A. Provisioning IT resources
B. Managing user credentials
C. Providing APIs and tools for administration
D. Load balancing
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 25
Q1256:
Fill in the blank: The Usage and Administration Portal is responsible for ________ of Cloud IT resources.
A. Security management
B. Performance monitoring
C. Management controlling
D. User access control
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 25
Q1257:
What can Cloud consumers do via a Self-Service Portal?
A. Submit a package for automated provisioning
B. Manage user credentials
C. Monitor service uptime
D. Configure security settings
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 25
Q1258:
Which of the following is NOT a function of the remote administration console?
A. Configure and set Cloud services
B. Manage IT resource leasing costs
C. Monitor QoS and SLA fulfillment
D. Develop new APIs
Correct Answer:
D
Chapter: 25
Q1259:
Fill in the blank: The remote administration console can monitor ________ of Cloud services.
A. status, usage, and performance
B. CPU clock speed
C. storage location
D. user behavior
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 25
Q1260:
What is the primary role of the Virtual Infrastructure Manager (VIM) in a Resource Management System?
A. Starting VMs
B. Managing virtual IT resources
C. Load balancing
D. Security management
Correct Answer:
B