Google Associate Cloud Engineer Question 249
Single answerGoogle Cloud PlatformYou are a Google Cloud Engineer tasked with estimating the monthly cost of storing 10 TB of data in Google Cloud Storage. You need to choose a storage class that balances cost and access frequency, as the data will be accessed infrequently but needs to be available immediately when accessed. Which storage class should you choose to optimize costs?
- A
Standard Storage
- B
Nearline Storage
- C
Coldline Storage
- D
Archive Storage
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Coldline Storage is the best choice for this scenario as it offers a balance between cost and access frequency for data that is infrequently accessed but needs to be available immediately when accessed. It provides lower storage costs compared to Nearline Storage for infrequent access patterns, while still allowing for immediate data retrieval without the latency associated with Archive Storage.
- A. Incorrect.
Standard Storage is designed for data that is accessed frequently, and thus has a higher cost than other storage classes suitable for infrequent access.
- B. Incorrect.
Nearline Storage is a low-cost, highly durable storage option for data that is accessed less than once a month. However, Coldline Storage offers better cost optimization for less frequently accessed data with immediate access needs.
- C. Correct.
Coldline Storage is optimal for data that is accessed less than once a year but requires immediate access when needed. It offers a lower cost than Nearline Storage for infrequent access patterns.
- D. Incorrect.
Archive Storage is the most cost-effective option for data that is rarely accessed and can tolerate retrieval latency. However, it is not suitable for scenarios where data needs to be available immediately.