CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1001) — Question 288

Which of the following cloud models would MOST likely be described as a service in which the customer has no responsibility for application patching?

Answer options

• A. IaaS
• B. SaaS
• C. Private cloud
• D. PaaS

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, SaaS, because in this model, the service provider manages all aspects of the application, including patching. In contrast, IaaS and PaaS require the customer to handle more responsibilities regarding application management and updates, while a Private cloud can also involve user maintenance.