What best describes a simplified definition of the "cloud"?
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Correct Answer:B
The simplest definition of the cloud is a computer that is located somewhere else that you are
utilizing in some capacity. AWS is a cloud services provider, as the provide access to computers they own (located at AWS data centers), that you use for various purposes.
Why would a company decide to use AWS over an on-premises data center? (Select all that apply) Choose the 4 Correct answers:
Correct Answer:ABCD
All four answers listed are reasons why a company may decide to use AWS over an on-premises data center.
The concept of elasticity is most closely associated with which of the following?
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Correct Answer:A
Elasticity is the concept that a system can easily (and cost-effectively) both increase in capacity based on-demand and also shrink in capacity based on-demand. Auto Scaling on AWS is specifically designed to (automatically) increase and decrease server capacity based on-demand.
If you want to learn about AWS architectural or security best practices, where will you find that type of information?
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Correct Answer:C
White papers are a collection of technical documents that outlines many AWS relevant topics.
What AWS service uses Edge Locations for content caching?
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Correct Answer:C
CloudFront is a content caching service provided by AWS that utilizes "Edge Locations," which are AWS data centers located all around the world.