Module 1

Question 1

SP800-145

Answer 1

NIST definition of Cloud Computing

Question 2

Cloud Computing (as defined in NIST 800-145)

Answer 2

a model for enabling ubiquitous, convenient on-demand network access to a shared pA(e.g., network, server, storage, applications, and services) that can be rapidly provisioned and released with minimal management effort or service provider interaction.

Question 3

The difference between MSP and CSP

Answer 3

MSP - the consumer dictates the technology and operating procedures

CSP - the service provider dictates both the technology and the operational procedures

Question 4

ISO 17788

Answer 4

Cloud Computing - Overview and definition (Vocabulary)

Question 5

Cloud service customer

Answer 5

The party that is in the business relationship for the purpose of using cloud services

Question 6

Cloud service partner

Answer 6

A party that is engaged in the support of, or auxiliary to, activities of either the cloud service provider or the cloud service customer, or both. Examples of cloud service partners include cloud auditor and cloud service broker

Question 7

Cloud service provider

Answer 7

A party that makes cloud service available

Question 8

SP800-146

Answer 8

Cloud Computing Synopsis and Recommendations