PCNSA App-ID and Content-ID Practice Question
Which two components are part of Content-ID? (Choose two.)
⚠ Common exam trap
It's easy for candidates to confuse App-ID components (like Application Override) with Content-ID components, or mistakenly think URL Filtering is part of Content-ID when it is actually a separate subscription-based feature for web categorization.
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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File Blocking
File Blocking (option B) is a core component of Content-ID that allows administrators to block or allow specific file types based on MIME type or file extension, regardless of the application or port used. Data Filtering (option C) is also part of Content-ID and enables inspection of data patterns (e.g., credit card numbers, SSNs) within application traffic to prevent data exfiltration. Both features operate after App-ID identifies the application, providing granular control over content within allowed sessions.
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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Application Override
Why it's wrong here
Application override is part of App-ID.
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File Blocking
Why this is correct
File blocking is a Content-ID feature.
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Data Filtering
Why this is correct
Data filtering is a Content-ID feature.
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URL Filtering
Why it's wrong here
URL filtering is a separate feature.
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