Networks - The internet

• How is the Internet defined?

  As a worldwide collection of networks
• What protocol is used to access the World Wide Web?

  HTTP
• What does HTTPS stand for?

  HyperText Transfer Protocol Secure
• What is a domain name?

  The name of a website
• What does a domain name provide?

  A path to a specific file or page
• What is a domain name service (DNS) used for?

  To translate domain names into IP addresses
• What does using a domain name instead of an IP address allow?

  Easy access to websites
• What do domain name services store?

  IP addresses and matching domain names
• What is a caution regarding mistyped URLs?

  They can lead to unexpected domains
• What is the benefit of using remote servers?

  Access to data storage and processing power
• How does cloud computing function?

  Acts like an extension of a traditional network
• What is the role of user files in cloud computing?

  Stored centrally on remote servers
• What is cloud computing primarily used for?

  Data storage, software, and processing power
• What does cloud computing act like?

  It acts like an extension of a traditional client-server network
• Where are user files stored in cloud computing?

  Centralized on a network server
• What is often required to access cloud services?

  A subscription fee for access
• What is the term for limited free services in cloud computing?

  Freemium model
• What can customers do in a freemium model?

  Try some parts for free and upgrade later
• What can cloud applications run on?

  Any connected device
• How does cloud computing increase storage availability?

  By allowing easy scaling of storage capacity
• What is not necessary when using cloud storage?

  Buying expensive hardware
• What is a benefit of cloud hosting regarding IT staff?

  No need to manage hardware or software
• What security features do cloud hosts provide?

  Security and backups
• How are cloud software updates managed?

  Automatically updated by the provider
• What is required to access cloud services?

  An internet connection
• What is a risk associated with cloud data storage?

  Vulnerability to hackers
• What can unclear ownership lead to in cloud data?

  Data vulnerability to hackers
• What can subscription fees for cloud services be?

  Expensive for extensive usage
• What can cloud storage fees be?

  Expensive for extensive usage
• What can excessive subscription fees lead to?

  Users seeking alternative solutions
• How does cloud computing differ from traditional computing?

  Cloud computing is remote and scalable
• What is a potential downside of cloud storage?

  Dependence on internet connectivity
• What can cloud storage allow users to do?

  Access files from any connected device
• What is a concern regarding data stored in the cloud?

  Data can be vulnerable to breaches
• What is a common feature of cloud services?

  Automatic updates and maintenance
• What is a risk of unclear ownership in cloud data?

  Potential for data breaches
• How does cloud computing enhance processing power?

  By allowing access to more resources
• What is a potential issue with cloud storage fees?

  They can become expensive over time
• What is a key feature of cloud applications?

  They can be accessed from any device
• What is a benefit of cloud computing for businesses?

  Cost-effective resource management