Discuss WGU WGU Introduction To IT (E004) Exam Topic 4 Question 8

What is a characteristic of cloud computing?

ACloud computing provides services ranging from simple storage to load balancingfor large-scale computational processing.

BCloud computing requires client computers to download specific software.

CCloud computing increases investments in IT in order to meet increasing IT demands.

DCloud computing increases the need for internal IT personnel.

Suggested Answer: A

1. On-demand self-service:

o Cloud computing services do not require human administrators. Users can provision, monitor, and manage computing resources as needed.

o With data centers worldwide, cloud providers have vast compute and storage assets ready for use.

o Developers can select resources and tools through a self-service portal, building applications without waiting for physical servers.

o Admins set policies, but within those guardrails, employees have the freedom to build, test, and deploy apps.

1. GeeksforGeeks: Characteristics of Cloud Computing

2. TechTarget: 8 Key Characteristics of Cloud Computing

12 comments · newest first

Ben 3 months ago

A is definitely right. B and C are too limiting.

Gladis 3 months ago

I agree, A makes sense. It shows the versatility of cloud computing.

Nikita 3 months ago

I think A is the best choice. It covers a lot of cloud services.

Vivan 3 months ago

Wait, D? I thought cloud computing would reduce the need for IT staff!

Cristina 3 months ago

C is misleading. Cloud can actually reduce IT costs!

Werner 4 months ago

B seems off. Most cloud services don’t need extra software.

Diane 5 months ago

Totally agree with A! It's all about flexibility.

Glory 5 months ago

A) is spot on! Cloud services really do cover a lot.

Nada 6 months ago

D seems off to me too; I thought cloud computing was supposed to lessen the need for internal IT staff.

Gennie 6 months ago

I think I saw a practice question that mentioned how cloud computing can actually reduce IT costs, which makes me doubt C.

Lynsey 6 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like B is incorrect since cloud services usually don't require special software.

Mari 6 months ago

I remember studying that cloud computing offers a variety of services, so I think A might be the right choice.

WGU Introduction to IT (E004) Exam - Topic 4 Question 8 Discussion