What are two differences between a Cisco WSA that is running in transparent mode and one running in explicit mode? (Choose two.)

The correct answer is B. The Cisco WSA responds with its own IP address only if it is running in explicit mode. D. The Cisco WSA uses a Layer 3 device to redirect traffic only if it is running in transparent mode.. In explicit proxy mode, users are configured to use a web proxy and the web traffic is sent directly to the Cisco WSA. In contrast, in transparent proxy mode the Cisco WSA intercepts user's web traffic redirected from other network devices, such as switches, routers, or firewalls

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AWhen the Cisco WSA is running in transparent mode, it uses the WSA's own IP address as the
BThe Cisco WSA responds with its own IP address only if it is running in explicit mode.
CThe Cisco WSA is configured in a web browser only if it is running in transparent mode.
DThe Cisco WSA uses a Layer 3 device to redirect traffic only if it is running in transparent mode.
EThe Cisco WSA responds with its own IP address only if it is running in transparent mode.

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48% (24)
C
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E
28% (14)

Explanation

In explicit proxy mode, users are configured to use a web proxy and the web traffic is sent directly to the Cisco WSA. In contrast, in transparent proxy mode the Cisco WSA intercepts user's web traffic redirected from other network devices, such as switches, routers, or firewalls.

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