A startup wants to launch a website that might get very popular suddenly. Why is cloud a better choice than on-premises for this?

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AWS - Cloud Computing Fundamentals

ACloud can automatically scale resources up or down based on traffic

BOn-premises servers handle sudden traffic spikes better

CCloud requires buying extra servers in advance

DOn-premises servers are easier to access from anywhere

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand traffic scaling needs
A sudden increase in website visitors needs quick resource scaling to avoid slowdowns or crashes.
Step 2: Compare cloud and on-premises scaling
Cloud can automatically adjust resources instantly; on-premises needs manual hardware changes which are slow and costly.
Step 3: Eliminate incorrect options
Options B, C, and D are incorrect because on-premises is less flexible, cloud does not require buying extra servers upfront, and cloud access is easier.
Final Answer:
Cloud can automatically scale resources up or down based on traffic -> Option A
Quick Check:
Cloud auto-scaling fits sudden traffic [OK]

Quick Trick: Cloud auto-scales for traffic spikes [OK]

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