ACCA BT · Chapter 6 · Question 2 of 11
Which of the following is a recognised DISADVANTAGE of cloud computing for an organisation?
Test yourself: pick an answer
Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: A) Dependence on the provider and on internet connectivity for access to systems and data
Explanation
Cloud computing creates reliance on the provider's security, reliability and continued existence, and on a working internet connection. Large up-front investment and difficulty scaling are disadvantages of in-house systems that the cloud helps to avoid, and cloud systems typically allow access from any location.
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