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What is the purpose of a Netflow version 9 template record?
The correct answer is C. It defines the format of data records.. A NetFlow version 9 template record is crucial for defining the structure and data types of subsequent flow data records in the export stream.
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What is the purpose of a Netflow version 9 template record?
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- AIt specifies the data format of NetFlow processes.
- BIt provides a standardized set of information about an IP flow.
- CIt defines the format of data records.
- DIt serves as a unique identification number to distinguish individual data records
How the community answered
(59 responses)- A2% (1)
- B3% (2)
- C95% (56)
Why each option
A NetFlow version 9 template record is crucial for defining the structure and data types of subsequent flow data records in the export stream.
Template records define the format of flow data, not the internal processes of NetFlow itself.
While NetFlow provides information about IP flows, template records specifically define the structure of that information, rather than being the standardized set of information itself.
NetFlow v9 introduced template records to define the format of the data records that follow, providing flexibility and extensibility by allowing the exporter to specify which fields are present and their data types.
Template records define data format, they do not serve as unique identification numbers for individual data records.
Concept tested: NetFlow v9 template records
Source: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/net_mgmt/netflow_collection_and_analytics/cisco_netflow_collection_and_analytics/installation/guide/cnca_install_chap_01.html
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