VMware End-User Computing Fundamentals — Question 7

What is the role of the NSX Controller?

Answer options

• A. It provides network edge security and gateway services to isolate a virtualized network.
• B. It is an advanced distributed state management system that controls virtual networks and overlay transport tunnels.
• C. It is centralized network management component of NSX.
• D. It is software that operates in server hypervisors to form a software abstraction layer between servers and the physical network.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The NSX Controller is primarily responsible for managing the state of virtual networks and their associated overlay transport tunnels, making option B the correct choice. The other options describe different components or functionalities of NSX that do not accurately define the specific role of the NSX Controller.