Prelims 2022 · Science and Technology · Question 33
With reference to "Software as a Service (SaaS)", consider the following statements: 1. SaaS buyers can customise the user interface and can change data fields. 2. SaaS users can access their data through their mobile devices. 3. Outlook, Hotmail and Yahoo! Mail are forms of SaaS. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer
1, 2 and 3
1. In SaaS, customers typically can configure the application to some extent—such as customising the user interface and modifying data fields—without managing the underlying infrastructure. Verdict: Correct.
2. SaaS applications are delivered over the internet and are generally accessible through web browsers/apps on mobile devices as well as desktops. Verdict: Correct.
3. Outlook, Hotmail and Yahoo! Mail are internet-based software applications delivered as services to end users, which fits the SaaS model. Verdict: Correct.
Hence, all three statements are correct.