Network segmentation, cloud and hybrid models, resilience, backups and secure infrastructure design.
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- What is network segmentation?
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Dividing a network into smaller subnetworks to contain threats and limit lateral movement
- What is the primary purpose of a DMZ?
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To isolate external-facing services from internal networks, acting as a buffer zone
- What does VLAN stand for?
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Virtual Local Area Network; logically separates network traffic without physical hardware
- What is air-gapping?
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Physically isolating a system or network from all other networks to prevent unauthorized access
- Define network zoning
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Grouping systems and services by function and security requirements into isolated zones
- What is Infrastructure as a Service?
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Cloud model where the provider offers virtualized computing resources like servers and storage
- What is Platform as a Service?
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Cloud model where the provider offers a development platform to build and deploy applications
- What is Software as a Service?
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Cloud model where the provider hosts and manages complete applications accessed over the internet
- What is a hybrid cloud?
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Combination of public cloud and private cloud environments, allowing data and apps to move between them
- What is a community cloud?
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Cloud infrastructure shared among organizations with common interests, requirements, or compliance needs
- What is a private cloud?
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Cloud infrastructure dedicated to a single organization, either on-premises or hosted by a provider
- What is a public cloud?
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Cloud infrastructure offered by a provider to multiple organizations, accessible over the internet
- What is cloud elasticity?
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Ability to automatically scale resources up or down based on demand
- What is cloud scalability?
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Ability to handle increased load by adding more resources or capacity
- What is Business Continuity?
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Planning and processes to ensure critical business functions continue operating during disruptions