Dell EMC Associate – Information Storage and Management v5 — Question 64

In a software-defined networking architecture, which layer is responsible for handling data packet forwarding or dropping?

Answer options

• A. Control
• B. Interface
• C. Application
• D. Infrastructure

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, as the Infrastructure layer is responsible for the actual data packet forwarding or dropping within a software-defined networking architecture. The Control layer manages the network policies and configurations, while the Application layer provides the interface for users and applications, and the Interface layer pertains to the interaction between different systems or devices.