Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) — Question 418

Which of the following is the MOST likely reason an organization would use Platform as a Service (PaaS)?

Answer options

• A. To operate third-party hosted applications
• B. To install and manage operating systems
• C. To establish a network and security architecture
• D. To develop and integrate its applications

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because PaaS is specifically designed to provide a platform for developers to create, test, and deploy applications without worrying about the underlying infrastructure. Options A, B, and C do not align with the primary purpose of PaaS, which focuses on application development rather than managing applications, operating systems, or network architecture.