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NetSec-Analyst Object Configuration Creation And Application Practice Question

Which object type is most appropriate for a web proxy that uses a hostname?

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

FQDN

FQDN objects are designed to handle hostnames that resolve to changing IP addresses.

Answer analysis

Option-by-option breakdown

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

  • Address Group

    Why it's wrong here

    Aggregates objects.

  • IP Netmask

    Why it's wrong here

    Requires static IP.

  • Service Object

    Why it's wrong here

    Handles ports.

  • FQDN

    Why this is correct

    Handles hostnames.

Visual reference

Client Recursive Resolver Root DNS (13 root servers) TLD DNS (.com, .org, …) Authoritative example.com query IP addr answer

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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint

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