How to Answer: How would you explain the cloud to someone with zero internet experience?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Dropbox job interview.
4. How would you explain the cloud to someone with zero internet experience?
How to Answer
Technical terms and methods can be confusing to anyone outside of the industry. Some say that if you cannot quickly explain what you do in layman's terms, then you do not understand it well enough. You should be able to explain everything that you do, on a Grade 8 level. The interviewer is testing to see if you can do this. Keep your reply brief and try to keep your words under three syllables!
Written by Rachelle Enns on September 14th, 2018
1st Answer Example
"If I were to explain cloud computing to someone outside of the industry, I would say that cloud computing is a way to deliver computing services over the internet, using the cloud. For instance, we use cloud computing when we store photos online, and even when we use different apps on our phone."
Written by Rachelle Enns on September 14th, 2018
2nd Answer Example
"My mom recently asked me what cloud computing was and so I told her that she uses cloud technology everytime she asks the internet to perform something on demand such as saving pictures online, access files online, or even playing certain games on her phone."
Written by Rachelle Enns