AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02)Cloud ConceptsEasy
A client is evaluating moving their on-premises applications to AWS. They are particularly interested in reducing the need to provision dedicated hardware and managing complex infrastructure. Which AWS cloud benefit primarily addresses this concern?
- AReduced operational overhead
- BIncreased security posture
- CPay-as-you-go pricing model
- DGlobal reach and availability
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. Reduced operational overhead
Reduced operational overhead is a key benefit of cloud computing, as AWS manages the underlying infrastructure, freeing customers from tasks like hardware provisioning and maintenance. This directly addresses the client's concern about managing complex infrastructure.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. While AWS offers a strong security posture, it doesn't directly address the client's concern about managing complex infrastructure.
- C. Pay-as-you-go is a pricing benefit, not directly related to reducing the effort of managing infrastructure.
- D. Global reach is a benefit, but it's not the primary one addressing the reduction of infrastructure management.
Reduced Operational Overhead
Cloud computing reduces the amount of effort required to manage physical infrastructure and underlying systems, shifting that responsibility to the cloud provider.
- AWS handles hardware provisioning, patching, and maintenance.
- Frees up customer resources for application development and innovation.
- Directly addresses concerns about managing complex infrastructure.
Memory trick: Cloud's core benefit: less work, more focus.