Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) — Question 445

What is the cloud service model in which the customer is responsible for administration of the OS?

Answer options

• A. QaaS
• B. SaaS
• C. PaaS
• D. IaaS

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, IaaS, which stands for Infrastructure as a Service. In this model, customers have control over the operating system and can manage it directly, unlike SaaS and PaaS, where the provider handles the underlying infrastructure and platforms.