Instructions: Do not combine topics. Answer each letter separately. All answers must be at least five (5) sentences.Label each answer individually. Include any references.

1) "Database Connectivity Methods" Please respond to the following:

• A) Database solutions today must be able to adapt and integrate among various computing applications. Determine at least three forms of database connectivity methods that can be used as an interface between applications. For each method you have chosen, create an example that demonstrates how each could facilitate data exchange functionality in a cloud service environment.

• B) Suggest at least two software solutions that offer the connectivity methods you have determined in Part 1 of this discussion to interface with other systems.

2) "Extensible Markup Language (XML)" Please respond to the following:

• A) XML provides a method for data to be transferred between systems. Specify at least three components of an XML document. Analyze how each component ensures data reliability and validation.

• B) Identify at least two e-Commerce systems that provide XML data integration. For each system, describe how XML extensions could enable e-Commerce integration among system stakeholders such as vendors, resellers, suppliers, and customers.

2) "Risk Management" Please respond to the following:

• A) Identify the key risks (both positive and negative) associated with embarking on a graduate program. Describe the likelihood and the potential impact of such risks.