SPLK-1003 Indexes And Data Management Practice Question
When configuring an index, which setting determines the directory where 'cold' buckets are stored?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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coldPath
The coldPath setting in indexes.conf explicitly defines the location for cold data.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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thawedPath
Why it's wrong here
This is for data restored from frozen.
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homePath
Why it's wrong here
This is for hot/warm buckets.
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coldPath
Why this is correct
This defines the location for cold buckets.
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frozenPath
Why it's wrong here
This is for the auto-delete or archive script location.
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