PCNE Configuring Network Services Practice Question
Which TWO network services can be used to provide secure connectivity between a VPC and an on-premises data center without traversing the public internet? (Choose two.)
⚠ Common exam trap
Google Cloud often tests the distinction between 'secure connectivity' and 'private connectivity' — candidates mistakenly choose Cloud VPN (IPsec) because it is encrypted, but the question explicitly requires no traversal of the public internet, which only Dedicated or Partner Interconnect can guarantee.
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 (C) provides a direct, private physical connection between your on-premises network and Google's VPC, bypassing the public internet entirely. This ensures low latency, high bandwidth, and consistent network performance for secure hybrid cloud connectivity.
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 IPsec
Why it's wrong here
IPsec VPN uses the public internet.
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Cloud NAT
Why it's wrong here
NAT is not for connectivity.
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Dedicated Interconnect
Why this is correct
Interconnect provides direct private connection.
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VPC Network Peering
Why it's wrong here
Peering is for VPC-to-VPC.
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Partner Interconnect
Why this is correct
Partner Interconnect also provides private connectivity via a service provider.
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