Cybersecurity-Apprentice Network Fundamentals Practice Question
Which TWO interface types are available when configuring physical ports on a Palo Alto Networks firewall? (Choose two)
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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Layer 3
PAN-OS physical interfaces can be configured in several modes, including Layer 3, Layer 2, Virtual Wire, and Tap.
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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WAN Accelerator
Why it's wrong here
WAN accelerator is an optimization appliance role, not an interface mode.
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Layer 3
Why this is correct
Layer 3 interfaces route packets between different subnets and zones.
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Switchport Trunk
Why it's wrong here
Switchport Trunk is terminology typically associated with traditional Ethernet switches, whereas PAN-OS uses Layer 2 interfaces with VLAN tags.
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Promiscuous Bridge
Why it's wrong here
Promiscuous bridge is not a PAN-OS interface type.
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Virtual Wire
Why this is correct
Virtual Wire interfaces transparently inspect traffic between two ports without requiring IP addresses.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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