Question

which of the following describes cloud computing? a. a computing paradigm that prevents users from accessing most internet resources unless those resources are stored locally b. hosted applications and services offered by a third party and run almost entirely from one or more servers that reside on the internet c. a computing paradigm in which web browsers and numerous other applications are required on local computers d. hosted applications and services offered by a third party and run on that organizations local computer

Explanation:

To determine the correct description of cloud computing, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Cloud computing enables access to internet resources, so preventing access is incorrect.
• Option B: Cloud computing involves hosted applications/services by a third - party, running from internet - based servers. This matches the definition of cloud computing.
• Option C: Cloud computing reduces the need for many local applications, so requiring numerous local applications is wrong.
• Option D: Cloud - based services run on internet servers, not local organization computers.

Answer:

B. Hosted applications and services offered by a third party and run almost entirely from one or more servers that reside on the Internet