PCNE Configuring Network Services Practice Question
A company needs to map multiple domain names to different backend services on a single Global HTTPS Load Balancer. Which resource should they configure to direct traffic based on the requested 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
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URL map
The URL map defines rules for routing based on hostnames and paths. SSL certificates are for termination, target proxies forward traffic, and backend services are the destination.
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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Backend service
Why it's wrong here
Backend service is the destination, not the routing rule.
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Target proxy
Why it's wrong here
Target proxy receives traffic and forwards to URL map; it does not route.
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SSL certificate
Why it's wrong here
SSL certificate is for terminating HTTPS, not routing.
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URL map
Why this is correct
URL map maps hostnames and paths to backend services.
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