CCNA: Cisco Certified Network Associate — Question 365

In software-defined architecture, which plane handles switching for traffic through a Cisco router?

Answer options

• A. control
• B. data
• C. management
• D. application

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The data plane is responsible for the actual forwarding of data packets through the router, which includes switching. The control plane manages the routing protocols and decisions, while the management plane deals with the overall configuration and monitoring of the device, and the application plane hosts network applications.