What is the difference between SNMP traps and SNMP polling?

The correct answer is D. SNMP traps are initiated using a push model at the network device, and SNMP polling is initiated. SNMP traps are initiated by the network devices themselves using a push model, sending unsolicited notifications (traps) to the network management system when specific events or thresholds occur. This means the device proactively alerts the management system about important chang

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ASNMP traps are used for proactive monitoring, and SNMP polling is used for reactive monitoring.
BSNMP traps send periodic updates via the MIB, and SNMP polling sends data on demand.
CSNMP traps are initiated by the network management system, and network devices initiate SNMP
DSNMP traps are initiated using a push model at the network device, and SNMP polling is initiated

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SNMP traps are initiated by the network devices themselves using a push model, sending unsolicited notifications (traps) to the network management system when specific events or thresholds occur. This means the device proactively alerts the management system about important changes or issues. SNMP polling is initiated by the network management system (server), which actively requests (polls) status information from devices at regular intervals. This is a pull model, where the management system reactively gathers data on demand to maintain an up-to-date view of the network's health.

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