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What are two advantages of implementing a controller-based architecture instead of traditional network architecture? (Choose two.)

The correct answer is D. It enables configuration task automation. E. It provides increased scalability and management options.. With traditional networking, the network engineer configured the various devices and changes requiring a long timeframe to plan and implement changes. With controller-based networking and SDN, network engineers and operators can implement changes more quickly, with better consist

Submitted by chen.hong· Mar 5, 2026

Question

What are two advantages of implementing a controller-based architecture instead of traditional network architecture? (Choose two.)

Options

  • AIt allows for seamless connectivity to virtual machines.
  • BIt increases security against denial-of-service attacks.
  • CIt supports complex and high-scale IP addressing schemes.
  • DIt enables configuration task automation.
  • EIt provides increased scalability and management options.

How the community answered

(30 responses)
  • A
    7% (2)
  • B
    3% (1)
  • C
    3% (1)
  • D
    87% (26)

Explanation

With traditional networking, the network engineer configured the various devices and changes requiring a long timeframe to plan and implement changes. With controller-based networking and SDN, network engineers and operators can implement changes more quickly, with better consistency, and often with better operational practices through the use of automation.

Topics

#Controller-based architecture#SDN benefits#Network automation#Network scalability

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