How Well Do You Know ICloud?

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What exactly is iCloud?
- File hosting service
- Cloud storage service
- Cloud storage and cloud computing service
- File sharing services

About This Quiz

ICloud is an online, cloud storage platform developed and owned by Apple Inc. Users of iCloud are provided a means to store documents, photos and music on remote servers. ICloud is accessible and a reliable back-up for iOS devices.

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2.

ICloud was developed by Microsoft.
- Yes, in partnership with Apple
- Yes, Microsoft alone
- Yes, in partnership with Google
- No
Correct Answer

A. Yes, in partnership with Apple

Explanation

iCloud was developed by Microsoft in partnership with Apple. This means that both Microsoft and Apple collaborated to create and develop iCloud.

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3.

When was iCloud launched?
- 2000
- 2012
- 2011
- 2013
Correct Answer

A. 2011

Explanation

iCloud was launched in 2011.

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4.

In what language was iCloud written in?
- PHP
- Java
- Python
- C++
Correct Answer

A. Java

Explanation

iCloud, Apple's cloud storage and computing service, was primarily written in Java. Java is a popular programming language known for its platform independence and versatility. It is commonly used for developing large-scale enterprise applications and provides robustness and scalability. Java's object-oriented nature and extensive libraries make it suitable for building complex systems like iCloud, which require secure and reliable data storage and retrieval.

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5.

ICloud is supported on all these platforms except...
- MacOS
- Windows
- IOS
- Android
Correct Answer

A. Android

Explanation

iCloud is supported on macOS, Windows, and iOS platforms. However, it is not supported on the Android platform. iCloud is primarily designed and developed by Apple for its own devices and operating systems, making it incompatible with Android devices. Therefore, iCloud is not available for use on Android devices.

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6.

Which of these services was replaced by iCloud?
- MobileMe
- Find my iPhone
- ITunes
- App Store
Correct Answer

A. MobileMe

Explanation

MobileMe was replaced by iCloud. MobileMe was a subscription-based service offered by Apple that provided email, online storage, and synchronization of data between devices. iCloud, on the other hand, is a cloud storage and computing service that offers features like iCloud Drive, iCloud Photos, iCloud Backup, and more. It replaced MobileMe in 2011, providing users with a more seamless and integrated experience for syncing and accessing their data across Apple devices.

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7.

The website of iCloud was bought from...
- ICloud
- Tencent
- Xcerion
- Cloud
Correct Answer

A. Xcerion

Explanation

Xcerion is the correct answer because they are the company that originally developed and owned the iCloud website. Apple acquired the iCloud domain from Xcerion in 2011, and since then, it has been used as Apple's cloud storage and syncing service.

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8.

ICloud allows users to _____ the settings and data on iOS devices.
- Send
- Remove
- Download
- Back-up
Correct Answer

A. Back-up

Explanation

iCloud allows users to back up the settings and data on iOS devices. This means that users can save a copy of their device's settings, apps, photos, videos, and other data to iCloud. This backup can then be used to restore the device or transfer the data to a new device. By backing up their iOS devices to iCloud, users can ensure that their important data is safe and easily accessible, even if their device is lost, damaged, or replaced.

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9.

The Find My iPhone feature allows users to...
- Display a message
- Change password on the device
- Remotely erase its contents
- All of the above
Correct Answer

A. All of the above

Explanation

The Find My iPhone feature allows users to display a message on their device, change the password on the device, and remotely erase its contents. This means that users can not only locate their lost or stolen iPhone but also take necessary actions to protect their personal information and prevent unauthorized access to their device.

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10.

Which feature allows the iOS to ask for previous emails and passwords after the phone has been reset?
- Find my iPhone
- ICloud Keychain
- ITunes match
- Activation Lock
Correct Answer

A. Activation Lock

Explanation

Activation Lock is a feature in iOS that prevents unauthorized access to an iPhone after it has been reset. It requires the user to enter their previous email and password associated with the device in order to activate it again. This feature adds an extra layer of security and helps deter theft, as it makes the device useless to anyone who doesn't have the correct credentials. iCloud Keychain, Find my iPhone, and iTunes match are not directly related to this feature.

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