SPLK-1002 Transactions and Event Correlation Practice Question
An analyst wants to ensure that a transaction is only considered complete when it contains a specific end event. Which transaction parameter should be used?
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endswith
The endswith parameter specifies the event that marks the end of a transaction. Option A (startswith) defines the start event. Option C (maxpause) sets the maximum idle time between events. Option D (maxspan) sets the maximum total duration of the transaction.
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startswith
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect: startswith defines the start event.
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endswith
Why this is correct
Correct: endswith specifies the closing event.
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maxpause
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect: maxpause limits idle time.
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maxspan
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect: maxspan limits total time.
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