CAS-004 Security Architecture Practice Question
A security architect is designing a hybrid cloud environment. The organization requires low-latency, private connectivity between on-premises and a public cloud provider, bypassing the public internet. Which solution best meets this requirement?
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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Direct Connect / ExpressRoute
Direct Connect (AWS) or Azure ExpressRoute provide dedicated private network connections from on-premises to the cloud, offering low latency and security.
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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Site-to-site VPN over the internet
Why it's wrong here
VPN uses public internet and may have variable latency.
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Private link (e.g., AWS PrivateLink)
Why it's wrong here
PrivateLink exposes services privately but does not connect on-prem to cloud.
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Direct Connect / ExpressRoute
Why this is correct
Correct – dedicated private connection with low latency.
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SD-WAN with internet breakout
Why it's wrong here
SD-WAN still may route over internet; not dedicated.
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