Splunk Enterprise Certified Architect — Question 44

Which of the following is a benefit of using SmartStore?

Answer options

• A. Automatic selection of replication and search factors.
• B. Separating storage from compute.
• C. Cluster Manager is no longer required.
• D. Knowledge Object replication.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because SmartStore allows for the decoupling of storage resources from compute resources, enhancing flexibility and efficiency. Options A, C, and D do not accurately represent the primary benefits of SmartStore and focus on aspects that are not central to its core advantages.