SDSI AI Automation And Devsecops Practice Question
What is the primary function of an 'API Gateway' in a secure automated environment?
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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Enforce security and rate limits on APIs
The gateway acts as an enforcement point for authentication, rate-limiting, and logging for API calls.
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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Host static websites
Why it's wrong here
This is a web server function.
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Store user data
Why it's wrong here
This is a database function.
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Compile application code
Why it's wrong here
This is a build server function.
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Enforce security and rate limits on APIs
Why this is correct
Protects back-end infrastructure.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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