Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (ENCOR) — Question 497

Which characteristic applies to a traditional WAN solution but not to a Cisco SD-WAN solution?

Answer options

• A. lengthy installation times
• B. centralized reachability, security, and application policies
• C. low complexity and increased overall solution scale
• D. operates over DTLS/TLS authenticated and secured tunnels

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because traditional WAN solutions often require lengthy installation times due to their complex configurations. In contrast, Cisco SD-WAN solutions are designed to reduce complexity and streamline deployment, making options B, C, and D characteristics associated with SD-WAN rather than traditional WAN.