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Which service model provides complete software applications delivered over the internet?

IaaS
PaaS
SaaS
BaaS

The correct answer is: SaaS

The service model that delivers complete software applications over the internet is Software as a Service (SaaS). SaaS offerings allow users to access applications via a web browser, eliminating the need for local installation or management of hardware and software. This model is typically subscription-based and enables users to utilize applications without worrying about the underlying infrastructure, data storage, or application maintenance, as these tasks are handled by the service provider. In comparison, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) focuses on providing virtualized computing resources over the internet, while Platform as a Service (PaaS) offers a platform allowing developers to build, deploy, and manage applications without dealing with the underlying infrastructure. BaaS, or Backend as a Service, provides backend services like cloud storage, user management, and server-side logic for mobile and web applications but does not deliver complete software applications. Therefore, SaaS is uniquely positioned as the model that provides comprehensive software applications directly to end-users over the internet.