350-601 Automation Practice Question
An organization wants to adopt Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles for their data center network. Which practice best aligns with IaC for network configuration?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Storing configuration files in Git and applying them with automation tools
IaC involves managing and provisioning network infrastructure through machine-readable definition files, rather than manual processes. Storing configurations in version control (like Git) and using automated tools is key.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Using spreadsheets to track changes
Why it's wrong here
Spreadsheets are not machine-readable for automation.
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Manually configuring devices via CLI
Why it's wrong here
Manual configuration contradicts IaC principles.
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Using a web GUI for each device
Why it's wrong here
Manual GUI configuration is not IaC.
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Storing configuration files in Git and applying them with automation tools
Why this is correct
This is a core IaC practice.
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