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Google PCA Practice Question: Connect their on-premises data center to Google…
A company needs to connect their on-premises data center to Google Cloud with a dedicated, low-latency connection that provides a Service Level Agreement (SLA) of 99.99% uptime. They anticipate high bandwidth usage (10 Gbps). Which connectivity option should they choose?
⚠ Common exam trap
The trap is confusing Partner Interconnect with Dedicated Interconnect; candidates may pick Partner because it also offers 99.99% SLA, but the question specifies 'dedicated' and 10 Gbps, which points to Dedicated Interconnect.
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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Dedicated Interconnect
Dedicated Interconnect provides a direct physical connection between the on-premises data center and Google Cloud, offering high bandwidth (10 Gbps or 100 Gbps) and a 99.99% uptime SLA. It is the most appropriate choice for a dedicated, low-latency connection with high bandwidth requirements. Partner Interconnect also offers 99.99% SLA but is provided through a service provider and may not be dedicated; however, the question specifies 'dedicated' and 10 Gbps, which aligns with Dedicated Interconnect.
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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Cloud VPN with static routing
Why it's wrong here
VPN runs over the internet, no SLA on uptime, limited bandwidth.
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Cloud CDN
Why it's wrong here
CDN is for content delivery, not connectivity.
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Partner Interconnect
Why it's wrong here
Uses a service provider; bandwidth up to 10 Gbps but SLA may vary.
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Dedicated Interconnect
Why this is correct
Dedicated Interconnect provides a private physical connection with a 99.99% uptime SLA and supports 10 Gbps circuits. It satisfies the stem's dedicated, low-latency, high-bandwidth requirements, unlike Partner Interconnect or Cloud VPN, which cannot guarantee that SLA.
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Partner Interconnect
Partner Interconnect is a Google Cloud service that allows you to connect your on-premises network to Google Cloud through a supported third-party service provider.
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