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What is a characteristic of a secure cloud architecture model?
Software-defined network segmentation is a core element of secure cloud architecture models.
It isolates workloads, minimizes blast radius, and enforces east-west security controls in dynamic multi-tenant environments.
Why other options are less appropriate:
A: This is a principle of least privilege (IAM) but not a cloud architecture characteristic.
B: Dedicated workstations are endpoint measures, not architecture-level.
C: MFA protects identity but does not define architecture segmentation.
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Before migrating anything to the cloud, what are three cloud readiness assessment steps that are required to perform? (Choose three.)
Which feature is supported by NETCONF but is not supported by SNMP?
A (Distinguishing between config and operational data):NETCONF was designed to provide structured data models (such as YANG), clearly separating configuration from operational state data. SNMP lacks this built-in distinction and generally treats all data as MIB objects.
Other options explained:
B/C/D: Both protocols can perform actions and retrieve or modify data, but only NETCONF natively differentiates config vs. operational state.
Which two factors must be considered for high availability in campus LAN designs to mitigate concerns about unavailability of network resources? (Choose two.)
A (Device resiliency):Hardware redundancy (dual power supplies, supervisor modules, etc.) ensures device uptime.
D (Network resiliency):Redundant links, fast failover mechanisms, and loop-free designs ensure the overall network remains operational during failures.
Other options explained:
B: Device type is secondary if resiliency features are built-in.
C: Network type is not directly related to resiliency.
E: Network size influences scale, not availability.
During a pre-sales meeting with a potential customer, the customer CTO asks a question about advantages of controller-based networks versus a traditional network. What are two advantages to mention? (Choose two)
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Controller-based networks centralize control logic, abstracting hardware complexity and providing consistency. This results in:
C . Abstraction: Devices are treated as policy endpoints rather than configuration silos, simplifying network operations and scalability.
E . Consistent Configuration: Policies and configurations are pushed uniformly across all devices from the controller, reducing human error and improving compliance.
These features align with CCDE v3.1 recommendations for modern, policy-driven, and scalable architectures that are easier to manage and automate.
The network designer needs to use GLOP IP addresses to make them unique within their ASN. Which multicast address range will be considered?
C: GLOP addressing is defined in RFC 2770, assigning a portion of the 233.0.0.0/8 range for each AS based on their 16-bit ASN. This allows each AS to use a /24 of globally unique multicast addresses without coordination from IANA.
Other options:
A: 239.0.0.0/8 is the administratively scoped multicast address space.
B: 224.0.0.0/24 is reserved for local link-scoped protocols (e.g., OSPF, RIP).
D: 232.0.0.0/8 is the Source-Specific Multicast (SSM) range.
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