Cloud Computing (IT-702 (B)) - Important Questions

Differentiate between grid computing and cloud computing across various aspects with suitable examples, including advantages of cloud over grid.

Explain the essential components of cloud computing architecture and how they interact to deliver seamless cloud services.

Discuss the requirements for designing and deploying cloud services.

Explain and compare the cloud service models SaaS, PaaS and IaaS with examples and differences in service delivery.

Describe the architecture and working principle of on-demand computing with real-time examples.

What is virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI)? Explain its concept and how it differs from traditional desktop computing.

Define virtualization, explain its working principle via hypervisors and HVM, and discuss its benefits and importance in cloud computing.

Explain the architecture and components of storage virtualization systems with a neat sketch.

Discuss Logical Partitioning (LPAR) and its role in enhancing resource utilization in cloud computing.

Examine the methodology for conducting vulnerability assessments in cloud environments.

Explain virtualization-based threats in the cloud, including unauthorized access, and VM-specific security techniques to detect and mitigate them.

Discuss the concept of autonomic security and how it enhances identity and access management in dynamic cloud environments.

Explain the major features of Google App Engine and the kinds of problems it can solve.

Discuss mobile cloud computing and its challenges and explain how Inter-Cloud communication enables seamless cloud operations.

Write short notes on any two of the following: (i) QoS issues in cloud computing (ii) SOA integration with IaaS (iii) SAN vs NAS in storage virtualization (iv) Vulnerability Assessment Tools for cloud.