Government regulations often dictate the legal requirements for data storage, privacy, and security, which can greatly impact the selection of a cloud provider. Compliance with regulations like GDPR, HIPAA, or other local laws is critical when choosing a cloud provider to avoid legal repercussions.
* Government regulations (Answer B): Cloud providers must comply with legal and regulatory requirements, making this a significant factor in provider selection.
* Industry standards (Option A): While important, standards can be more flexible and are often not legally binding.
* Company policy (Option C): Internal policies are important but usually stem from the need to comply with regulations.
* Organizational procedures (Option D): Procedures help guide operations but don't typically dictate the choice of cloud providers.
CompTIA Server+ Reference:This topic is covered under SK0-005 Objective 1.6: Explain the importance of cloud-based concepts and services.