PCNE Implementing VPC Instances Practice Question
An engineer is configuring a Google Compute Engine instance that needs to send traffic to the internet. The instance has no external IP address. Which service must be configured to allow this outbound connectivity?
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Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
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Cloud NAT
Cloud NAT provides outbound internet connectivity for instances without external IPs. It translates private IPs to a public IP and allows instances to reach the internet.
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Cloud NAT
Why this is correct
Cloud NAT enables outbound internet access for private instances.
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Cloud VPN
Why it's wrong here
Cloud VPN creates a tunnel to on-premises networks, not internet access.
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VPC peering
Why it's wrong here
VPC peering connects VPC networks, not instances to the internet.
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Private Google Access
Why it's wrong here
Private Google Access enables access to Google APIs, not general internet.
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