ServiceNow Certified Implementation Specialist – Discovery — Question 11

Which method is used by Discovery to determine if a Host IP is active or alive?

Answer options

• A. Port Scan
• B. Traceroute
• C. Ping
• D. Classification

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, Port Scan, as it actively checks for open ports on a host, indicating that the host is alive. Options B (Traceroute) and C (Ping) are used for different purposes, such as tracing the path to a host or checking connectivity, respectively, while D (Classification) does not relate to determining host activity.