Q17Cloud Computing
Question
4 marks
Explain the benefits and drawbacks of Hybrid Cloud.
Answer
Hybrid cloud offers the security of a private cloud with the scalability of a public cloud, but is complex to manage.
A Hybrid Cloud combines public and private cloud environments. The main benefit is agility: an organization can keep sensitive data on-premises (private cloud) while utilizing the public cloud for bursty, high-volume workloads (cloud bursting). This provides a balance of cost-efficiency and security. However, the drawbacks include complex infrastructure management, challenging network integration, and the need for robust security policies that bridge two different environments.