Cloud Computing Study Guide - 09
Study Guide
Beginner → Exam Ready
By Levi J.
2026 Edition
Processing Modes
Overview
Data processing can be done in two main ways:
1. Batch Processing - Processing data in groups at scheduled times
2. Real-Time Processing - Processing data immediately as it arrives
Batch Processing
Definition
Batch processing means processing large amounts of data together at scheduled times.
How It Works
Data is collected over a period of time
Processing happens at specific intervals (daily, hourly, weekly)
Results are available after the batch completes
Example
A company processes all sales data at the end of each day to generate daily reports.
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Used For
Daily reports - End-of-day summaries
Monthly reports - Monthly financial close
Payroll - Processing employee payments
Data archiving - Moving old data to archive
Large-scale analytics - Processing historical data
Data warehousing - Loading data into warehouses
Advantages
Efficient for large volumes of data
Cost-effective (can use cheaper resources)
Easier to manage and troubleshoot
Can process during off-peak hours
Disadvantages
Delayed results (not immediate)
Not suitable for time-sensitive decisions
Large batches can take long to complete
Real-Time Processing
Definition
Real-time processing means data is processed immediately as it arrives.
How It Works
Data is processed as soon as it's generated
Results are available almost instantly
Continuous processing stream
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Study Guide
Beginner → Exam Ready
By Levi J.
2026 Edition
Processing Modes
Overview
Data processing can be done in two main ways:
1. Batch Processing - Processing data in groups at scheduled times
2. Real-Time Processing - Processing data immediately as it arrives
Batch Processing
Definition
Batch processing means processing large amounts of data together at scheduled times.
How It Works
Data is collected over a period of time
Processing happens at specific intervals (daily, hourly, weekly)
Results are available after the batch completes
Example
A company processes all sales data at the end of each day to generate daily reports.
Page 1 of 8
, Cloud Computing Study Guide - 09
Used For
Daily reports - End-of-day summaries
Monthly reports - Monthly financial close
Payroll - Processing employee payments
Data archiving - Moving old data to archive
Large-scale analytics - Processing historical data
Data warehousing - Loading data into warehouses
Advantages
Efficient for large volumes of data
Cost-effective (can use cheaper resources)
Easier to manage and troubleshoot
Can process during off-peak hours
Disadvantages
Delayed results (not immediate)
Not suitable for time-sensitive decisions
Large batches can take long to complete
Real-Time Processing
Definition
Real-time processing means data is processed immediately as it arrives.
How It Works
Data is processed as soon as it's generated
Results are available almost instantly
Continuous processing stream
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