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?

[UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2022 Prelims]

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 1 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3


Answer: (d)

Explanation:

  • Software as a Service (SaaS) is a software distribution model that operates on the internet, allowing cloud service providers to offer applications to users. This model is also known as “on-demand software” or “pay-as-you-go application.”
  • SaaS enables users to connect to and use cloud-based apps over the internet, with examples including email, calendaring, and office tools such as Microsoft Office 365.
  • With SaaS, users can purchase a complete software solution from a cloud service provider on a pay-as-you-go basis, renting the use of an app for their organization. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
  • Users connect to the app through the internet, typically using a web browser. This setup allows for access to app data from anywhere, as data is stored in the cloud. Hence, statement 2 is correct
  • Users can access their information from any internet-connected device, and no data is lost if a user’s device fails.
  • A common example of SaaS is web-based email services like Outlook, Hotmail, or Yahoo! Mail, where users log into their accounts over the internet via a web browser, and the email software and messages are stored on the service provider’s network. Hence, statement 3 is correct

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