1.1.4 Compare the implementation of systems using a client’s hardware with hosting systems remotely.

Question 1

What are the two competing models of distributing software?

Answer 1

Local - buying a program or installing it on a particular computer or set of computers.
Remote (SaaS / cloud) - buying/renting/using software that is installed on a computer somewhere on the internet and then using it through a browser or dedicated local application.

Question 2

What is SaaS?

Answer 2

Software-as-a-Service is the idea that your software needs are provided by a remotely hosted system, managed by an ASP (Application Server Provider), rather than having your own hardware and technical staff.

Question 3

Name 6 examples of SaaS.

Answer 3

1) Database management
2) Email
3) Payroll
4) Content management
5) Office 365
6) Google Workspace

Question 4

What are the advantages and disadvantages of an in-house / local model?