Match each data input type to its description.
Drag a concept onto its matching description — or click a concept then click the description.
Tails a file or directory for new data
Receives syslog data via UDP or TCP
Runs a script to collect data
Receives data via HTTP or HTTPS
Collects Windows Event Log data
Answer choices
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Correct answer & explanation
Monitor input: Reads data from files and directories, following any changes.
The correct matches are: Monitor input tracks file changes; HTTP Event Collector receives data over HTTP/HTTPS. Confusion often arises between Monitor and Network inputs, and between HEC and Scripted inputs.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
Monitor input: Reads data from files and directories, following any changes.
Why this is correct
This correctly describes the Monitor input type used for tracking file changes.
Monitor input: Accepts data over TCP or UDP ports.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect — this describes Network input (TCP/UDP), not Monitor input.
HTTP Event Collector: Receives data via HTTP or HTTPS.
Why this is correct
Correctly defines the HTTP Event Collector input type.
HTTP Event Collector: Executes a script to gather data.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect — this describes Scripted input, not HTTP Event Collector.
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Variation 1. Drag and drop the steps to add a new data input using Splunk Web (e.g., monitor a log file) into the correct order.
mediumWhy A: Adding a data input involves selecting the type, specifying the source, and configuring metadata.
Last reviewed: Jun 11, 2026
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