Cloud Unit 1 Revision:
1. ___ Virtualization ___ technology enables multiple virtual environments on the same physical
machine.
(Networking, Virtualization, Distributed computing)
2. The term Cloud computing means:___ Internet-based computing _____________
(Local storage, Internet-based computing, Only networking)
3. Cloud resources are delivered via____Internet____________.
( Internet, Pendrive, DVD)
4. Parallel vs Distributed computing differs in:__Memory use _________________.
( Memory use, Number of systems, OS type)
5. Resource replication in the cloud gives:__Backup_______.
(Backup, No storage, Manual copy)
6. Scalability is an advantage of virtualization.
(Wasted hardware, Scalability, High cost)
7. ___ Concurrency _______ is an element of parallel computing.
(Concurrency, Storage only, Manual work)
8. _____ On-demand service ___________________ is the main feature of cloud.
( On-demand service, Manual scaling, Only hardware use)
9. Shared resources are common in:______ Distributed systems _______.
(Distributed systems, Single PC, Local storage)
a) What is cloud computing?
Cloud Computing is a technology that allows you to store and access data and applications
over the internet instead of using your computer’s hard drive or a local server.
b) Explain virtualization and its relation with cloud computing.
Virtualization is the process of creating virtual instances of hardware, software, storage, or
networks.
It allows multiple operating systems and applications to run on a single physical machine by
sharing resources.
Cloud computing uses virtualization as its backbone to deliver scalable, flexible, and cost-
efficient on-demand services.
c) Explain any one benefit of cloud computing.
One key benefit of cloud computing is cost efficiency, as it eliminates the need for organizations
to invest in expensive hardware and infrastructure by providing pay-as-you-use services.
d) Explain the term “on-demand service” in cloud computing.
In cloud computing, on-demand service means users can access computing resources (like
storage, applications, or processing power) whenever they need them, without requiring
manual intervention from the provider, and pay only for what they use.
e) What are deployment models in cloud computing?
Deployment models in cloud computing define how cloud services are made available and
managed, and they include:
Public Cloud – Services offered to the general public over the internet.
Private Cloud – Services dedicated to a single organization for more control and security.
Hybrid Cloud – Combination of public and private clouds, allowing data and applications to
move between them.
f) What are the service model of cloud computing?
The main service models of cloud computing are:
[Link] (Infrastructure as a Service): Provides virtualized hardware resources like servers, storage,
and networking.
[Link] (Platform as a Service): Offers a platform with tools and frameworks for developers to build,
test, and deploy applications.
[Link] (Software as a Service): Delivers ready-to-use software applications over the internet on a
subscription basis.
g) Explain the meaning of Virtualization in Cloud Computing.
In cloud computing, virtualization is the technique of creating virtual versions of physical
resources like servers, storage, networks, or operating systems, allowing multiple users and
applications to share the same physical infrastructure efficiently.
h) Write the features of Cloud Computing.
Key features of Cloud Computing are:
1. On-demand self-service – Resources can be accessed whenever needed without human
intervention.
2. Broad network access – Services are available over the internet and accessible from any
device.
3. Resource pooling – Shared resources serve multiple users dynamically.
4. Rapid elasticity – Resources can be scaled up or down quickly as per demand.
5. Measured service – Pay-as-you-use model with resource usage monitoring.
6. Flexibility & scalability – Supports business growth and varying workloads.
7. High availability – Ensures continuous access with minimal downtime.
i) Write one example of resource replication.
One example of resource replication is data replication across multiple cloud servers to ensure
backup and disaster recovery.
j) Write one characteristic of virtualized environments
One characteristic of virtualized environments is resource isolation, where each virtual machine
runs independently without interfering with others on the same physical hardware.