Implementing and Operating Cisco Security Core Technologies (SCOR) — Question 137

Which functions of an SDN architecture require southbound APIs to enable communication?

Answer options

• A. SDN controller and the network elements
• B. management console and the SDN controller
• C. management console and the cloud
• D. SDN controller and the cloud

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because southbound APIs are specifically designed to facilitate communication between the SDN controller and the network elements. Options B, C, and D do not involve direct communication that utilizes southbound APIs, as they pertain to different roles or layers in the SDN architecture.