CompTIA Server+ (SK0-005) — Question 276

A systems administrator is provisioning a large number of virtual Linux machines that will be configured identically. The administrator would like to configure the machines quickly and easily but does not have access to an automation/orchestration platform. Additionally, the administrator would like to set up a system that can be used in the future, even on newer versions of the OS. Which of the following will best meet the administrator's requirements?

Answer options

• A. Deploying each server from a VM template
• B. Using a kickstart file during installation
• C. Configuring each server manually one at a time
• D. Copying/pasting configuration commands into each server through SSH sessions
• E. Configuring a single server and then creating clones of it

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer, using a kickstart file during installation, allows for automated and consistent installations of multiple machines, making it suitable for the administrator's requirements. Deploying from a VM template (A) could work, but it doesn't provide a method for future OS versions. Manually configuring each server (C) and copying commands via SSH (D) are time-consuming and error-prone, while creating clones of a single configured server (E) may not ensure future compatibility.