SAUTO Network Programmability Foundation Practice Question
You are writing a script that interacts with Cisco DNA Center. You need to keep the session alive after authentication. Which token is commonly used for subsequent API calls?
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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X-Auth-Token
DNA Center uses an X-Auth-Token retrieved from the authentication service to authorize subsequent API requests.
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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X-Auth-Token
Why this is correct
DNA Center standardizes on the X-Auth-Token header.
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OAuth Refresh Token
Why it's wrong here
Not the primary authentication token for DNA Center.
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Session ID
Why it's wrong here
Session IDs are used in older web technologies.
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Basic Auth Header
Why it's wrong here
Basic Auth is for the initial request, not sustained session management.
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