Implementing and Operating Cisco Security Core Technologies (SCOR) — Question 400

Which two components do southbound APIs use to communicate with downstream devices? (Choose two.)

Answer options

• A. OpFlex
• B. applications running over the network
• C. OpenFlow
• D. services running over the network
• E. external application APIs

Correct answer: A, C

Explanation

OpFlex and OpenFlow are both protocols specifically designed for communication between southbound APIs and downstream devices, facilitating network management and control. The other options, while related to networking, do not serve as direct communication components for southbound APIs.