CCNA: Cisco Certified Network Associate — Question 542

What must a network administrator consider when deciding whether to configure a new wireless network with APs in autonomous mode or APs running in cloud- based mode?

Answer options

• A. Autonomous mode APs are less dependent on an underlay but more complex to maintain than APs in cloud-based mode.
• B. Cloud-based mode APs relay on underlays and are more complex to maintain than APs in autonomous mode.
• C. Cloud-based mode APs are easy to deploy but harder to automate than APs in autonomous mode.
• D. Autonomous mode APs are easy to deploy and automate than APs in cloud-based mode.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because autonomous mode APs operate independently without relying heavily on an underlying infrastructure, which can make them more complex to manage. Option B is incorrect as it misstates the relationship between cloud-based APs and their dependency on underlays. Options C and D also inaccurately describe the ease of deployment and automation capabilities of the respective modes.