ServiceNow Certified Implementation Specialist – Discovery — Question 5

For what is File Based Discovery used?

Answer options

• A. To discover the checksum of a file and store it to track for changes
• B. To discover the contents of flat files such as configuration files
• C. To discover that file names conform to a defined naming standard
• D. To discover file paths to recognize the signature of installed software

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because File Based Discovery is designed to locate file paths that help in recognizing software signatures. Options A, B, and C focus on different aspects like checksums, contents of flat files, and naming standards, which are not the primary function of File Based Discovery.