Cloud Computing Architectures MCQs

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1. What is the primary function of cloud computing architecture?
(A) To provide local storage solutions
(B) To deliver computing resources over the internet
(C) To enhance desktop applications
(D) To limit access to software

2. Which model allows users to access software applications via the internet?
(A) IaaS
(B) PaaS
(C) SaaS
(D) NaaS

3. What does Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) provide?
(A) Pre-built applications for end users
(B) Virtualized computing resources over the internet
(C) Development frameworks for software creation
(D) Data storage solutions exclusively

4. Which of the following is an example of Platform as a Service (PaaS)?
(A) Google Drive
(B) Microsoft Azure
(C) Amazon EC2
(D) Salesforce

5. What does a multi-cloud strategy involve?
(A) Using only one cloud service provider
(B) Integrating services from multiple cloud providers
(C) Storing data solely on local servers
(D) Focusing on private cloud solutions only

6. Which architecture allows for dynamic resource allocation based on demand?
(A) Fixed architecture
(B) Elastic architecture
(C) Static architecture
(D) Distributed architecture

7. What is the primary benefit of cloud-native architecture?
(A) Increased hardware requirements
(B) Faster deployment and scalability
(C) Limited interoperability
(D) Higher maintenance costs

8. Which of the following describes a serverless architecture?
(A) Users must manage servers
(B) Automatic scaling and management of backend services
(C) Fixed server capacity
(D) Dependence on local servers

9. What is the role of APIs in cloud computing architectures?
(A) To limit data access
(B) To facilitate communication between services
(C) To enhance hardware performance
(D) To store data locally

10. Which type of cloud deployment model is used by a single organization?
(A) Public cloud
(B) Private cloud
(C) Hybrid cloud
(D) Community cloud

11. What characterizes a hybrid cloud model?
(A) Exclusively using on-premises resources
(B) Integration of public and private cloud services
(C) Use of only public cloud resources
(D) Focus on single-vendor solutions

12. What is a primary security concern in cloud computing architectures?
(A) Limited access to data
(B) Data breaches and unauthorized access
(C) Decreased data availability
(D) Simplified regulatory compliance

13. Which cloud service model allows developers to build applications without managing the underlying infrastructure?
(A) IaaS
(B) PaaS
(C) SaaS
(D) DaaS

14. What is the function of a cloud management platform?
(A) To restrict cloud usage
(B) To provide tools for managing cloud resources
(C) To eliminate the need for cloud services
(D) To limit application deployment

15. Which of the following is an advantage of cloud computing architecture?
(A) High upfront costs
(B) Scalability and flexibility
(C) Dependence on physical infrastructure
(D) Limited resource availability

16. What does virtualization enable in cloud computing architectures?
(A) Increased hardware costs
(B) Creation of multiple virtual machines on a single physical server
(C) Exclusively physical server management
(D) Limited scalability options

17. Which architecture is designed to handle failover and redundancy?
(A) Monolithic architecture
(B) Fault-tolerant architecture
(C) Static architecture
(D) Simple architecture

18. What is a primary characteristic of microservices architecture?
(A) Single, large applications
(B) Modular design with independent services
(C) Tight coupling of services
(D) Lack of scalability

19. Which of the following describes the “pay-as-you-go” pricing model in cloud computing?
(A) Fixed monthly fees
(B) Charging based on actual usage
(C) High upfront costs
(D) Limited flexibility in spending

20. What does a Content Delivery Network (CDN) do in cloud architecture?
(A) Reduces bandwidth usage
(B) Speeds up content delivery by caching it at various locations
(C) Limits data access to users
(D) Focuses solely on data storage

21. Which component is critical for achieving cloud scalability?
(A) Fixed server configurations
(B) Load balancers
(C) Local storage solutions
(D) Single-server architecture

22. What is a disadvantage of public cloud models?
(A) Limited scalability
(B) Shared resources with other tenants
(C) Increased data privacy
(D) High customization options

23. Which cloud architecture is best for data analysis and processing large datasets?
(A) Monolithic architecture
(B) Distributed architecture
(C) Static architecture
(D) Simple architecture

24. What does the term “cloud bursting” refer to?
(A) Overloading a single server
(B) Using a public cloud to handle overflow traffic from a private cloud
(C) Decreasing cloud resource allocation
(D) Limiting access to cloud services

25. Which of the following best describes “data sovereignty”?
(A) Data ownership by multiple parties
(B) Compliance with local laws regarding data storage and processing
(C) Decreased data security
(D) Limiting data access to international users

26. What is the main purpose of a cloud service broker?
(A) To restrict access to cloud services
(B) To manage and integrate multiple cloud services
(C) To eliminate the need for cloud providers
(D) To increase costs for users

27. Which of the following describes a “serverless” model in cloud computing?
(A) Users must manage all servers
(B) Automatic scaling and management without server provisioning
(C) Fixed server configurations
(D) Exclusively on-premises solutions

28. What is a common use case for edge computing in cloud architectures?
(A) Centralized data processing
(B) Reducing latency by processing data closer to the source
(C) Limited data collection
(D) Solely local computing

29. Which type of cloud deployment model is shared by multiple organizations with similar needs?
(A) Public cloud
(B) Private cloud
(C) Community cloud
(D) Hybrid cloud

30. What is a significant trend in cloud computing architecture?
(A) Decreased focus on automation
(B) Increased integration of AI and machine learning
(C) Limited development of cloud-native applications
(D) Return to traditional IT models

31. Which architecture allows applications to be built in smaller, manageable components?
(A) Monolithic architecture
(B) Microservices architecture
(C) Static architecture
(D) Distributed architecture

32. What does “cloud governance” refer to?
(A) Managing hardware resources
(B) Establishing policies and standards for cloud usage
(C) Eliminating cloud services
(D) Focusing solely on security

33. Which of the following is an example of a cloud database service?
(A) Oracle Database
(B) Microsoft SQL Server
(C) Amazon RDS
(D) MySQL Server

34. What is the role of orchestration in cloud computing?
(A) Managing multiple cloud services and automating workflows
(B) Limiting access to cloud resources
(C) Focusing solely on manual processes
(D) Reducing cloud service options

35. Which of the following best describes “disaster recovery” in cloud architectures?
(A) Prevention of data loss
(B) Process for restoring services after a failure
(C) Limiting data backups
(D) Increased hardware costs