NetSec-Analyst Object Configuration Creation And Application Practice Question
Which of the following are benefits of using Device Groups in SCM? (Choose THREE)
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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Inheritance of configuration
Device groups allow for hierarchical inheritance, shared objects, and policy modularity.
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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Local-only access
Why it's wrong here
SCM is for global management.
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Inheritance of configuration
Why this is correct
Correct.
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Shared object management
Why this is correct
Correct.
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Automatic hardware replacement
Why it's wrong here
Not a feature.
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Configuration modularity
Why this is correct
Correct.
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