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Question 26 of 30
How would you explain cloud computing to someone at Square who doesn't have a technical background?
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William Swansen has worked in the employment assistance realm since 2007. He is an author, job search strategist, and career advisor who helps individuals worldwide and in various professions to find their ideal careers.
The purpose of this question is to gain an understanding of your communication skills. Throughout the interview, the Square hiring manager will seek to understand some of the soft skills you have related to this job. These include communication, teamwork, conflict resolution, and others. Every time you answer a question, you are being evaluated for your experience, your skills, and your ability to communicate. This question relates directly to this objective.
William Swansen has worked in the employment assistance realm since 2007. He is an author, job search strategist, and career advisor who helps individuals worldwide and in various professions to find their ideal careers.
"The easiest way to understand the cloud is that it is just another computer, phone, or storage device which is located remotely. It is similar to your hard drive or USB drive, except you access it via the Internet instead of directly on your computer. The cloud can also host applications and execute them remotely. Again, this is similar to your computer, cell phone, or any other device you may use here at Square. Whenever you make a phone call, ask Google for information, or order something on Amazon, you are using the cloud."
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