CCSP Cloud Concepts, Architecture, and Design Practice Question
Which characteristic of cloud computing allows a user to provision computing resources automatically without requiring human interaction with the service provider?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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On-demand self-service
On-demand self-service enables users to provision resources as needed without manual intervention from the provider. This is a fundamental characteristic defined by NIST.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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Rapid elasticity
Why it's wrong here
Rapid elasticity allows scaling up/down quickly, but provisioning still requires user action.
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Broad network access
Why it's wrong here
Broad network access refers to resources available over the network via standard mechanisms.
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On-demand self-service
Why this is correct
This is the ability to provision resources automatically without human provider interaction.
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Measured service
Why it's wrong here
Measured service involves metering and billing, not provisioning.
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