Implementing and Operating Cisco Security Core Technologies (SCOR) — Question 222

What is a benefit of using Cisco CWS compared to an on-premises Cisco WSA?

Answer options

• A. Content scanning for SAAS cloud applications is available through Cisco CWS and not available through Cisco WSA.
• B. URL categories are updated more frequently on Cisco CWS than they are on Cisco WSA.
• C. Cisco CWS minimizes the load on the internal network and security infrastructure as compared to Cisco WSA.
• D. Cisco CWS eliminates the need to backhaul traffic through headquarters for remote workers whereas Cisco WSA does not.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because Cisco CWS allows remote workers to connect directly to the cloud without routing their traffic back to headquarters, which reduces latency and improves performance. Options A, B, and C highlight features that are not specific advantages of Cisco CWS over Cisco WSA in terms of remote access and traffic management.