Which term describes the capability for users to provision computing resources as needed without human interaction with the provider?

Which term describes the capability for users to provision computing resources as needed without human interaction with the provider?

• A. Elasticity
• B. Broad Network Access
• C. On-Demand Self-Service
• D. Resource Pooling

Answer: (C)

On-Demand Self-Service is the ability for users to provision computing resources as needed without human interaction with the provider. This means you can use a self-service portal or API to request and configure resources—such as virtual machines, storage, or networks—instantly, and retire them when you’re done, all without contacting a human administrator. This capability enables rapid deployment, automation, and greater autonomy for users. Elasticity, while related, focuses on automatically scaling resources up or down to match demand rather than the act of provisioning itself. Broad Network Access describes accessing cloud services from various networks and devices, and Resource Pooling refers to how the provider's resources are shared among multiple customers.

On-Demand Self-Service is the ability for users to provision computing resources as needed without human interaction with the provider. This means you can use a self-service portal or API to request and configure resources—such as virtual machines, storage, or networks—instantly, and retire them when you’re done, all without contacting a human administrator. This capability enables rapid deployment, automation, and greater autonomy for users. Elasticity, while related, focuses on automatically scaling resources up or down to match demand rather than the act of provisioning itself. Broad Network Access describes accessing cloud services from various networks and devices, and Resource Pooling refers to how the provider's resources are shared among multiple customers.