Quick Answer
The correct choice is the Windows Security Events via AMA connector, as it is specifically designed to collect security events from both on-premises servers and Azure VMs in a hybrid environment. This connector uses the Azure Monitor Agent (AMA) to stream Windows Event Log data—such as security, system, and application logs—into Microsoft Sentinel, providing unified visibility across your entire infrastructure. On the Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect exam, this question tests your ability to distinguish between data connectors based on their scope: the Azure Activity log only tracks Azure resource operations, Syslog is for Linux systems, and Office 365 is limited to cloud app activity. A common trap is assuming a single connector covers all sources, but the AMA-based connector is the only one that bridges on-premises and Azure Windows environments. Memory tip: think “AMA for All Windows”—Azure Monitor Agent unifies security events from any Windows host, whether physical, virtual, or in the cloud.
This SC-100 practice question tests your understanding of design security operations, identity, and compliance capabilities. Match the stated requirement to the specific cloud service, access model, or configuration option — many options are valid in isolation but not for this scenario. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
You need to design a security operations strategy for a hybrid environment using Microsoft Sentinel. Your environment includes on-premises servers and Azure VMs. Which data connector should you use to collect security events from both sources?
Azure Activity log connector
Why wrong: Azure Activity log captures control plane events, not security events.
Windows Security Events via AMA connector
AMA can collect from both on-prem and Azure VMs.
Office 365 connector
Why wrong: Office 365 connector is for cloud-based Microsoft 365 audit logs.
Syslog connector
Why wrong: Syslog is for Linux systems, not Windows.
Answer choices
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
Windows Security Events via AMA connector
Option C is correct because the Windows Security Events via AMA connector works for both on-prem and Azure VMs. Option A is wrong because the Azure Activity log covers Azure resource operations, not security events. Option B is wrong because Syslog is for Linux. Option D is wrong because Office 365 is for cloud apps.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
Azure Activity log connector
Why it's wrong here
Azure Activity log captures control plane events, not security events.
Windows Security Events via AMA connector
Why this is correct
AMA can collect from both on-prem and Azure VMs.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Office 365 connector
Why it's wrong here
Office 365 connector is for cloud-based Microsoft 365 audit logs.
Syslog connector
Why it's wrong here
Syslog is for Linux systems, not Windows.
Common exam traps
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
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Design security operations, identity, and compliance capabilities — This question tests Design security operations, identity, and compliance capabilities — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
The correct answer is: Windows Security Events via AMA connector — Option C is correct because the Windows Security Events via AMA connector works for both on-prem and Azure VMs. Option A is wrong because the Azure Activity log covers Azure resource operations, not security events. Option B is wrong because Syslog is for Linux. Option D is wrong because Office 365 is for cloud apps.
Identify which SC-100 exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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