Google Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer — Question 31

Your company uses Cloud Storage to store application backup files for disaster recovery purposes. You want to follow Google's recommended practices. Which storage option should you use?

Answer options

• A. Multi-Regional Storage
• B. Regional Storage
• C. Nearline Storage
• D. Coldline Storage

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct choice is Coldline Storage, as it is designed for data that is infrequently accessed but needs to be retained for long-term storage, making it suitable for disaster recovery backups. Multi-Regional and Regional Storage are better for frequently accessed data, while Nearline Storage is intended for data that is accessed less than once a month, which is not ideal for backup purposes.