Match each VPC networking concept to its definition.
Drag a concept onto its matching description — or click a concept then click the description.
Regional IP range within a VPC
Connection between two VPCs for private IP communication
VPC from one project shared with other projects
Outbound internet access for private instances
Access Google APIs from on-premises or other clouds
Answer choices
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
VPC: A global virtual network that spans all regions.
VPC is global, subnets are regional. Firewall rules filter traffic, routes determine paths. Common confusions: swapping global/regional or filtering/routing.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
VPC: A global virtual network that spans all regions.
Why this is correct
VPC is a global resource, not regional; it provides a virtual network across all regions.
Subnet: A global resource used for IP address management.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect — subnets are regional resources, not global. This definition actually describes the VPC.
Firewall Rules: Rules that control inbound and outbound traffic to VMs.
Why this is correct
Firewall rules filter traffic at the instance or network level based on defined parameters.
Routes: A set of rules that control traffic based on source and destination.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect — routes define paths for traffic (next hop), not filtering. This describes firewall rules.
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