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In cloud computing, what does 'elasticity' refer to?
The correct answer is C. Automatic scaling of resources. Elasticity in cloud computing refers to the ability of a system to automatically scale computing resources up or down based on demand.
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In cloud computing, what does 'elasticity' refer to?
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- ADatabase flexibility
- BAbility to stretch physical servers
- CAutomatic scaling of resources
- DNetwork resilience
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(23 responses)- A9% (2)
- C87% (20)
- D4% (1)
Why each option
Elasticity in cloud computing refers to the ability of a system to automatically scale computing resources up or down based on demand.
Database flexibility refers to adaptability in schema or data models, not the scaling of underlying cloud infrastructure.
The concept of 'stretching physical servers' is not a standard cloud computing term and doesn't describe automatic resource scaling.
Cloud elasticity is the capability to quickly expand or decrease infrastructure resources, such as compute or storage, automatically and on-demand to match fluctuating workload requirements, optimizing performance and cost.
Network resilience refers to a network's ability to maintain service despite failures, which is a different concept from automatic resource scaling.
Concept tested: Cloud computing elasticity
Source: https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/resources/cloud-computing-dictionary/what-is-cloud-elasticity/
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