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1 Cloud Concepts and AWS Fundamentals Free Online FlashCards

Study 1 Cloud Concepts and AWS Fundamentals with 12 free online flashcards. Review key terms, definitions, and concepts with this interactive flashcard deck.

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01
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What is cloud computing?

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Cloud computing delivers IT resources over a network on demand, usually with pay-as-you-go pricing.

02
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What does IaaS provide, and what does the customer control?

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IaaS provides foundational resources such as virtual servers, storage, and networking; customers retain substantial control over operating systems and applications.

03
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What makes a cloud deployment hybrid?

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A hybrid cloud connects cloud resources with environments that the organization operates itself.

04
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What is an AWS Region?

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An AWS Region is a separate geographic area containing multiple Availability Zones.

05
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What does AWS secure under the shared responsibility model?

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AWS is responsible for security of the cloud, including facilities, hardware, networking, and the virtualization layer.

06
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What does elasticity mean in cloud computing?

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Elasticity is the ability to scale resources up or down as demand changes, instead of permanently sizing for an occasional peak.

07
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What is the purpose of a cloud game day?

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Game days are planned exercises that test how systems and teams respond to disruptions.

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What distinguishes PaaS from IaaS?

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PaaS manages more of the underlying platform, so customers can focus primarily on deploying and managing their applications.

09
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What does SaaS deliver to customers?

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SaaS delivers a complete application for customers to use, typically through a browser or app.

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How can using multiple AZs improve a workload?

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An AZ consists of one or more discrete data centers with redundant power, networking, and connectivity. Distributing a workload across AZs can improve availability and fault tolerance.

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What should guide the choice of an AWS Region?

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Consider proximity to users, required services, and legal or operational requirements. Check that needed services are available in the chosen Region.

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Name key customer security duties for an EC2 virtual machine.

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For an EC2 virtual machine, customers manage the guest operating system, its patches, installed applications, and security group configuration.