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CLOUD COMPUTING
Unitwise Important Questions
Unit-1
1. Explain the concept of Cloud Computing. Describe its key characteristics and the
advantages it offers for businesses and individuals. Provide examples of popular
cloud services.
2. Discuss the role of Distributed Computing in modern computing environments. How
does it differ from traditional single-processor computing, and what are its benefits?
3. Explore the significance of Cluster Computing in high-performance computing
environments. How are clusters used to solve complex computational problems,
and what are the challenges associated with cluster computing?
4. Define Grid Computing and its relevance in scientific research and data-intensive
applications. Explain how grid computing networks are structured and their impact
on collaborative research.
5. Describe the emerging field of Quantum Computing. What are the fundamental
principles of quantum computing, and how might it revolutionize computation as we
know it?
6. Explain the concept of Mobile Computing and its impact on modern lifestyles.
Discuss the challenges in mobile computing and the technologies that support it.
7. Provide an overview of Bio Computing and its applications in fields like genomics
and drug discovery. How does bio computing leverage biological processes for
computation?
8. Explore the field of Optical Computing and its potential advantages over traditional
electronic computing. Discuss the current state of optical computing and its
challenges.
9. Define Nano Computing and its implications for miniaturization and energy
efficiency. Explain how nano computing devices differ from traditional computing
components.
10. Discuss the convergence of various computing paradigms and their role in the
future of computing technology. How might these paradigms work together to solve
complex problems?

UNIT-2
1. Explain the key motivations that led to the development and widespread adoption of
cloud computing. How does cloud computing address the limitations of traditional
computing models?
2. Discuss the specific needs and challenges that prompted the emergence of cloud
computing. Provide examples of scenarios where cloud computing is particularly
beneficial.
3. Provide a detailed definition of cloud computing, encompassing its core concepts
and components. What distinguishes cloud computing from other computing
paradigms?

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4. Describe the concept of cloud computing as a service. What are the fundamental
service models in cloud computing, and how do they cater to different user needs?
5. Explain how cloud computing serves as a platform for running applications and
services. Discuss the advantages of building and deploying applications on cloud
platforms.
6. Outline the foundational principles that underlie cloud computing. How do these
principles guide the design and implementation of cloud services?
7. Describe the five essential characteristics of cloud computing as defined by NIST
(National Institute of Standards and Technology). Provide real-world examples
illustrating each characteristic.
8. Explain the four main cloud deployment models: public cloud, private cloud, hybrid
cloud, and community cloud. Compare and contrast these models in terms of their
use cases and benefits.
UNIT-3
1. Explain the architecture of cloud computing, including its key components and
layers. How does this architecture enable the delivery of cloud services?
2. Describe the layered approach used in cloud computing architecture. What are the
primary layers, and how do they interact to provide scalable and flexible cloud
services?
3. Provide an in-depth analysis of the anatomy of a cloud environment. Discuss the
roles of data centers, virtualization, and the network infrastructure in cloud
computing.
4. Discuss the importance of network connectivity in cloud computing. How does the
network infrastructure support the delivery of cloud services?
5. Explain the concept of running applications in the cloud. What are the benefits and
challenges of hosting applications in a cloud environment?
6. Describe the key aspects of managing a cloud environment, including resource
allocation, monitoring, and security. How do cloud management tools facilitate
these tasks?
7. Discuss the strategies and best practices for managing the infrastructure of a
cloud environment. How can administrators ensure scalability and reliability?
8. Explain the management of cloud applications, including deployment, scaling, and
maintenance. What are the considerations for optimizing application performance
in the cloud?
9. Discuss the process of migrating applications to the cloud. What are the steps
involved, and what challenges may arise during migration?
10. Describe the phases typically involved in cloud migration projects. How does a
structured approach to migration enhance the success of cloud adoption?
11. Explore various approaches and strategies for cloud migration, such as rehosting,
re-platforming, and refactoring. When is each approach most suitable?
UNIT-4
1. Define IaaS and explain its core characteristics. How does IaaS provide scalable
infrastructure resources to users?

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2. Discuss the suitability of IaaS for different types of organizations and workloads.
3. What are the pros and cons of adopting IaaS for cloud computing? Provide
examples to support your points.
4. Provide a summary of notable IaaS providers and their offerings in the market.
5. Describe the key characteristics of PaaS and its role in simplifying application
development and deployment.
6. Explore scenarios where PaaS is the most suitable cloud service model.
7. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using PaaS for software
development and hosting?
8. Summarize some well-known PaaS providers and highlight their offerings.
9. Explain the characteristics of SaaS and how it delivers software applications to
end-users.
10. Analyze the suitability of SaaS for various types of software applications and user
needs.
11. What are the benefits and challenges associated with adopting SaaS solutions?
12. Provide an overview of prominent SaaS providers and the types of applications
they offer.
13. Explore other cloud service models beyond IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS. What are
some emerging models or specialized models?
14. Discuss the unique features and use cases of these alternative cloud service
models.
15. How do these alternative models complement or extend the capabilities of the
core service models?
UNIT-5
1. Explain EMC's cloud services, including EMC IT and the Captiva Cloud Toolkit.
2. How does EMC contribute to cloud storage and data management solutions?
3. Discuss the key components and services offered by Google Cloud Platform
(GCP).
4. How does Google Cloud Connect and Google Cloud Print enhance cloud
collaboration and productivity?
5. Explain the concept of Google App Engine and its significance in cloud application
development.
6. Provide an overview of Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2) and Amazon Simple
Storage Service (S3).
7. What role does Amazon Simple Queue Service (SQS) play in distributed cloud
applications?
8. Discuss the importance of AWS in the cloud computing industry.
9. Describe Microsoft's cloud offerings, including Windows Azure and the Microsoft
Assessment and Planning Toolkit.
10. Explain how SharePoint integrates with cloud services and its benefits.
11. How does Microsoft Azure contribute to cloud-based applications and services?
12. Explore IBM's cloud models and its SmartCloud offerings.

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13. Discuss the significance of SAP Labs and SAP HANA Cloud Platform in enterprise
cloud computing.
14. Explain the virtualization services provided by SAP.
15. Provide an overview of Salesforce's cloud services, including Sales Cloud and
Service Cloud.
16. Explain the concept of "Knowledge as a Service" within the context of Service
Cloud.
17. Describe the cloud services provided by Rackspace and their role in cloud
infrastructure.
18. Explain the importance of VMware in virtualization and cloud management.
19. Discuss the significance of Manjrasoft and Aneka Platform in cloud computing and
parallel processing.

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