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PCNSA · Question #292

PCNSA Question #292: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is C: Candidate. To preview the differences between the current operational configuration and proposed changes, an administrator compares the candidate configuration with the running configuration.

Submitted by layla.eg· Apr 18, 2026Configure

Question

Which two configurations does an administrator need to compare in order to see differences between the active configuration and potential changes if committed? (Choose two.)

Options

  • ADevice state
  • BActive
  • CCandidate
  • DRunning

Explanation

To preview the differences between the current operational configuration and proposed changes, an administrator compares the candidate configuration with the running configuration.

Common mistakes.

  • A. 'Device state' refers to the operational status and health of the device, not a specific configuration file for comparison of changes.
  • B. 'Active' configuration is synonymous with 'running configuration' in this context; therefore, 'Candidate' and 'Running' are the two distinct configurations typically compared.

Concept tested. Configuration management (candidate vs running)

Reference. https://docs.paloaltonetworks.com/pan-os/10-2/pan-os-admin/manage-firewalls/commit-configuration-changes/review-pending-configuration-changes

Topics

#Configuration management#Running configuration#Candidate configuration#Configuration comparison

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