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Cloud Fundamentals

Cloud Service and Deployment Models

Classify a cloud workload on two separate axes: the service layer you consume and the deployment boundary that governs access.

Beginner15 min read
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UNTIMED COACHING

Practice before the pressure

Use feedback to correct the model, not merely memorize an option position.

GUIDED PRACTICE

Practice the lesson questions

Answer normal lesson questions without a timer. Every answer includes an explanation, and incorrect answers can be tried again before continuing.

CONCEPT MODELS

See the lesson as a system

Use these visual guides to connect the key ideas before answering the questions.

Choose the operating layerStart with the workload need, then compare how much of the operating stack remains with the customer.
Choose the operating layerA workload need branches to virtual machine control, a managed runtime, or a hosted application.
Workload needResource choice by operating need
Virtual machine controlManage guest operating system
Managed runtimeRuns app processes without guest maintenance
Hosted applicationUse configured provider software
Choose the deployment boundaryClassify who may use the environment and whether distinct cloud environments are connected.
Choose the deployment boundaryPublic network, private access, community group, and hybrid connection cards represent four deployment boundaries.
Public networkOpen provider service boundary
Private accessExclusive organization cloud environment
Community groupShared mission and policy needs
Hybrid connectionLinks distinct cloud environments