CompTIA Cloud+ Practice Test

Which cloud service model would best suit a hospital needing to comply with many regulations while minimizing costs?

1. Private cloud

2. Community cloud

3. Public cloud

4. Hybrid cloud

The correct answer is: Community cloud

A community cloud is particularly suitable for a hospital needing to comply with numerous regulations while keeping costs low because it allows multiple organizations with similar compliance requirements to share resources. This shared model provides an efficient way to meet the stringent regulations in the healthcare sector, such as HIPAA, without bearing the full costs associated with a private cloud infrastructure dedicated to a single organization. The community cloud approach also promotes collaboration and data sharing among participating organizations, which can enhance care coordination and improve services. By pooling resources and costs, hospitals can efficiently manage their IT infrastructure without compromising on security or compliance. While private clouds provide greater control and higher security, they come with higher costs and may not be necessary for every hospital if they can collaborate with others in a shared environment. Public clouds, while cost-effective, may not offer the compliance and security necessary for sensitive health data. Hybrid clouds can combine benefits of both, but they may also complicate compliance and management without the cost-saving collaboration seen in community clouds.