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CLO-002 Cloud Concepts Practice Question

Which cloud networking component allows an instance in a public subnet to communicate with the 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

Internet Gateway

An Internet Gateway allows traffic between a VPC and the internet.

Answer analysis

Option-by-option breakdown

For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.

  • NAT Gateway

    Why it's wrong here

    Used for private subnets.

  • Peering Connection

    Why it's wrong here

    Connects VPCs.

  • VPC Endpoint

    Why it's wrong here

    For cloud services, not the internet.

  • Internet Gateway

    Why this is correct

    Required for public subnet access.

Visual reference

192.168.1.0 /24 256 addresses (254 usable) 192.168.1.0 /25 Subnet A 128 addr (126 usable) 192.168.1.128 /25 Subnet B 128 addr (126 usable) Borrowing 1 bit from host portion creates 2 subnets (/25)

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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official CompTIA exam blueprint

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