Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Entry-Level Technician (PCCET) — Question 15
Which term describes data packets that move in and out of the virtualized environment from the host network or a corresponding traditional data center?
Answer options
- A. North-South traffic
- B. Intrazone traffic
- C. East-West traffic
- D. Interzone traffic
Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is A, North-South traffic, which specifically refers to data flowing between external networks and a virtualized environment. Options B, C, and D describe different types of traffic; Intrazone traffic is within a single zone, East-West traffic is lateral movement within a data center, and Interzone traffic pertains to communication between different security zones.