AWS (Amazon Web Services) Certification Practice Exam

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Which of the following is one of the three main cloud service models?

Software as a Service (SaaS)
Data as a Service (DaaS)
Platform as a Model (PaaM)
Network as a Service (NaaS)

The correct answer is: Software as a Service (SaaS)

Software as a Service (SaaS) is indeed one of the three main cloud service models, alongside Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and Platform as a Service (PaaS). SaaS provides users with access to software applications hosted on the cloud, eliminating the need for local installation and maintenance. This model allows organizations to utilize software solutions efficiently, often with subscription-based pricing, which can lead to lower costs and increased scalability. Users can access software from any compatible device with internet connectivity, making it highly convenient. In contrast, while Data as a Service (DaaS) provides data management and analytics capabilities in the cloud, it is not classified among the three foundational service models. Similarly, Platform as a Model (PaaM) is not a recognized term; the correct term is Platform as a Service (PaaS), which focuses on providing a platform for developers to build, deploy, and manage applications without dealing with underlying infrastructure. Network as a Service (NaaS) offers network-related services but does not belong to the core trio of cloud service models.