Cloud Computing - Unit 2 Assignment
1) What is cloud?
Cloud refers to a network of remote servers hosted on the internet to store, manage, and
process data, instead of using a local server or personal computer.
2) Define Cloud Computing.
Cloud Computing is the delivery of computing services like servers, storage, databases,
networking, software, over the internet, providing on-demand access to resources.
3) Write NIST definition for cloud computing.
According to NIST, Cloud computing is a model for enabling ubiquitous, convenient, on-
demand network access to a shared pool of configurable computing resources.
4) Define Computing.
Computing is the use or operation of computers to process and analyze data.
5) Enlist benefit of cloud computing.
- Cost efficiency
- Scalability
- Accessibility
- Flexibility
6) Define Cloud Consumer.
A Cloud Consumer is any individual or organization that utilizes cloud services provided by
cloud service providers.
7) Enlist drawback of cloud computing.
- Security concerns
- Downtime
- Limited control
- Privacy issues
8) Define Cloud Service Provider and Cloud Service Owner.
- **Cloud Service Provider**: Entity that offers cloud computing services.
- **Cloud Service Owner**: Entity that owns and manages the cloud infrastructure.
9) What do you mean by organizational boundary?
Organizational boundary refers to the limits within which an organization's operations and
controls are defined.
10) Write difference between cloud consumer and cloud provider.
- **Cloud Consumer**: Uses cloud services.
- **Cloud Provider**: Supplies cloud services to consumers.
11) Define Cloud Auditor and Cloud Broker.
- **Cloud Auditor**: Reviews and evaluates cloud services for compliance and performance.
- **Cloud Broker**: Intermediary for managing cloud service access and usage.
12) Enlist any two advantages and disadvantages of cloud computing.
- **Advantages**: Cost savings, scalability.
- **Disadvantages**: Security concerns, dependence on internet connectivity.
13) Define Cloud Carrier.
A Cloud Carrier is the intermediary that provides the network connectivity and
transmission for cloud services.
14) Write full form of NIST.
National Institute of Standards and Technology.
15) What is Cloud Computing? Write down your point of view.
Cloud Computing is the delivery of computing resources over the internet. It allows
businesses and individuals to access IT infrastructure without the need for physical
hardware or servers.
16) Enlist different roles and boundaries of cloud computing.
- Cloud Consumer
- Cloud Provider
- Cloud Broker
- Cloud Auditor
17) Write a short note on public cloud.
Public cloud is a cloud computing model where services are delivered over the internet by
third-party providers to multiple customers.
18) Define Cloud Service Owner.
The entity that owns and manages the services provided through the cloud infrastructure.
19) Enlist the types of cloud.
- Public Cloud
- Private Cloud
- Hybrid Cloud
20) Enlist different cloud characteristics.
- On-demand self-service
- Broad network access
- Resource pooling
- Rapid elasticity
- Measured service
21) What is organizational and trust boundary?
- **Organizational Boundary**: Defines the limits of an organization’s operations.
- **Trust Boundary**: Defines areas where trust between parties or systems is established.
22) Define Cloud Auditor and Cloud Broker.
- **Cloud Auditor**: Reviews and evaluates cloud services for compliance and performance.
- **Cloud Broker**: Intermediary for managing cloud service access and usage.
23) Enlist different cloud service offering models.
- Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
- Platform as a Service (PaaS)
- Software as a Service (SaaS)
24) Define Cloud Resource Administrator.
A Cloud Resource Administrator manages and maintains the resources in the cloud,
ensuring they are effectively utilized.
25) Write a difference between public cloud and private cloud.
- **Public Cloud**: Services are offered to the general public by third-party providers.
- **Private Cloud**: Cloud services are maintained on private infrastructure for exclusive
use by one organization.
26) Define Logical Network Perimeter.
The boundary that separates different logical network segments in the cloud environment.
27) Enlist types of cloud storage levels.
- Object Storage
- Block Storage
- File Storage
28) What is cloud usage monitor?
A tool that tracks and monitors the consumption of cloud resources.
29) Define Virtual Server.
A virtual machine that runs an operating system and applications on a physical server
through virtualization technology.
30) What do you mean by cloud storage levels?
Different tiers or classifications of cloud storage, each offering varying levels of
performance, durability, and cost.
31) Differentiate between relational database and non-relational database.
- **Relational Database**: Data is stored in tables with rows and columns.
- **Non-relational Database**: Data is stored in more flexible formats like key-value pairs or
document stores.
32) What is resource replication?
The process of duplicating cloud resources to ensure availability and reliability.
33) Define Monitoring Agent and Resource Agent.
- **Monitoring Agent**: A tool that tracks the performance of cloud resources.
- **Resource Agent**: Manages and controls cloud resources.
34) Define Polling Agent.
A component that regularly checks or polls cloud resources to gather data for monitoring or
management.
35) What is Hypervisor?
A hypervisor is software that creates and manages virtual machines by abstracting the
underlying hardware.
36) Which mechanism is used to convert physical server to virtual server?
Virtualization technology, often using a hypervisor, is used to convert physical servers into
virtual machines.
37) Define Virtual Firewall and Virtual Network.
- **Virtual Firewall**: A firewall that operates in a virtualized environment, providing
security for virtual machines.
- **Virtual Network**: A network that exists within a virtualized environment, providing
isolated connectivity for virtual machines.
38) Enlist different cloud infrastructure and cloud mechanisms.
- Cloud Infrastructure: Servers, storage, and networking equipment.
- Cloud Mechanisms: Virtualization, networking, and storage management systems.
39) Why polling agent is used in cloud usage monitor architecture?
Polling agents gather real-time usage data for resource monitoring and management in
cloud environments.
