1Y0-312 Migration and Cloud Integration Practice Question
An administrator is migrating an on-premises Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 site to Citrix DaaS. The on-premises site uses Citrix Gateway for remote access. After migration, the administrator wants to use Citrix Workspace to provide remote access to both on-premises and cloud-hosted resources. Which Citrix Cloud service should the administrator configure to replace the on-premises Citrix Gateway?
⚠ Common exam trap
A common mix-up: candidates confuse Citrix Secure Workspace Access with Citrix Gateway service; Secure Workspace Access is for web and SaaS apps, not for ICA proxy remote access.
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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Citrix Gateway service
The correct answer is Citrix Gateway service. It is a cloud-based service that provides secure remote access to Citrix DaaS resources, replacing the need for on-premises Citrix Gateway appliances. It integrates with Citrix Workspace and supports ICA proxy, allowing users to access both on-premises and cloud-hosted resources securely. The other options are either for web/SaaS access, WAN optimization, or file sharing, and do not fulfill the remote access requirement.
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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Citrix Secure Workspace Access
Why it's wrong here
Citrix Secure Workspace Access provides secure access to web and SaaS applications, as well as conditional access policies. It does not replace Citrix Gateway for remote access to virtual apps and desktops. While it enhances security, it is not a direct substitute for Citrix Gateway's VPN and ICA proxy capabilities. The administrator would still need a remote access solution for virtual apps and desktops.
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Citrix Gateway service
Why this is correct
Citrix Gateway service is a cloud-based service that provides secure remote access to Citrix DaaS resources without the need for on-premises Citrix Gateway appliances. It supports ICA proxy and integrates with Citrix Workspace to provide seamless access to both on-premises and cloud-hosted resources. This is the recommended replacement for on-premises Citrix Gateway when migrating to Citrix Cloud.
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Citrix Content Collaboration
Why it's wrong here
Citrix Content Collaboration is a file sharing and storage service. It does not provide remote access to virtual apps and desktops. While it can be integrated with Citrix Workspace for file access, it does not replace Citrix Gateway's role in providing secure remote access. The administrator would need a different solution for remote access.
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Citrix SD-WAN
Why it's wrong here
Citrix SD-WAN is a networking solution that optimizes WAN traffic and improves application performance. It does not provide remote access or replace Citrix Gateway. SD-WAN is used to enhance connectivity between branch offices and data centers, but it does not handle user authentication or secure remote access to virtual apps and desktops. It is not a substitute for Citrix Gateway.
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