CAS-004 Security Architecture Practice Question
A security engineer is designing a secure hybrid cloud connection between an on-premises data center and AWS. Which service provides a dedicated, private network connection that bypasses the public internet?
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
AWS Direct Connect provides a dedicated private connection from on-premises to AWS.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Site-to-Site VPN
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect; VPN uses the public internet.
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Transit Gateway
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect; Transit Gateway is a hub for VPCs, not a dedicated connection.
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Direct Connect
Why this is correct
Correct; Direct Connect is a dedicated private network connection.
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VPC Peering
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect; VPC Peering connects VPCs within AWS.
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