XK0-005 · Question #251
Which of the following is used in unattended server installation via PXE?
The correct answer is A. Kickstart. Kickstart is a crucial tool for automating unattended installations of Linux operating systems, especially when deploying servers via PXE.
Question
Which of the following is used in unattended server installation via PXE?
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- AKickstart
- BYAML
- CCloud-init
- DContainer image
How the community answered
(27 responses)- A89% (24)
- B7% (2)
- C4% (1)
Why each option
Kickstart is a crucial tool for automating unattended installations of Linux operating systems, especially when deploying servers via PXE.
Kickstart is a configuration file and process specifically designed by Red Hat for automating the installation of Linux operating systems. It specifies all installation parameters, allowing for hands-off deployment via technologies like PXE (Preboot Execution Environment).
YAML is a data serialization language used for configuration, but it is not an installation automation system itself.
Cloud-init is primarily used for configuring cloud instances after the operating system has already been installed, not for automating the initial OS installation via PXE.
A container image is a self-contained package for running applications, not for performing a full operating system installation on bare metal via PXE.
Concept tested: Unattended OS installation via PXE (Kickstart)
Source: https://access.redhat.com/documentation/en-us/red_hat_enterprise_linux/9/html/performing_an_advanced_rhel_installation/understanding-kickstart_installing-rhel-as-an-experienced-user
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