Question

What exactly is cloud computing?

• A. A way to organize desktop computers.
• B. Lightweight software that takes up little space on a hard drive
• C. Computing resources that can be accessed on demand, like electricity from a utility
• D. The World Wide Web.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Cloud computing refers to the model of providing computing services—including servers, storage, databases, networking, software, and more—over the Internet ("the cloud"). It allows users to access and use these resources on-demand, similar to other utility services like electricity or water. This model offers numerous benefits, such as cost savings, scalability, flexibility, and efficiency, since resources can be allocated based on current demand without needing substantial upfront investments in infrastructure.

Option	Explanation
A way to organize desktop computers.	This option focuses on hardware arrangement, not related to cloud computing.
Lightweight software that takes up little space on a hard drive	This describes software design, unrelated to cloud computing's concept.
Computing resources that can be accessed on demand, like electricity from a utility	This is the correct definition of cloud computing, emphasizing the utility model of resource access.
The World Wide Web.	The Internet is a medium; cloud computing uses the Internet for providing services.