Terraform Data Sources and Modules Quiz

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Which tool is used to manage machines in a central and automated way?

Ansible (correct)

Playbooks

Fortinet

YAML

What type of file does Ansible use to represent the machines it manages?

YAML (correct)

JSON

XML

CSV

What is the purpose of Ansible playbooks?

To describe automation jobs in plain English (correct)

To manage FortiGate devices

To configure network switches

To automate repetitive tasks with simplicity

What are some use cases where Ansible is relevant?

Zero-touch deployment, Multicloud deployment, Disposable environments Signup and view all the answers

When would Ansible be useful in a multi-cloud deployment?

When resources need to be deployed often and quickly Signup and view all the answers

How does Ansible interact with FortiGate and FortiManager for configuration changes?

Using available APIs Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an Ansible module?

To create integration between Ansible core and managed devices Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between specific and generic Ansible modules?

Specific modules execute a single known function, while generic modules can execute any API call Signup and view all the answers

Which infrastructure resources can be configured using Ansible?

Physical machines, VMs, network switches, containers, and more Signup and view all the answers

What type of file are Ansible playbooks?

YAML files Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about Terraform data sources is true?

Data sources allow Terraform configurations to use external information. Signup and view all the answers

What is a module in Terraform?

A module is a container for multiple resources that are used together. Signup and view all the answers

How can modules be used in Terraform?

Modules can be used to include child module resources. Signup and view all the answers

What is Red Hat Ansible used for?

Red Hat Ansible is an IT automation engine that automates cloud provisioning. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ansible enable in the context of IaC?

Ansible enables the execution of repetitive tasks. Signup and view all the answers

Which tool is specifically designed for cloud provisioning and configuration management?

Red Hat Ansible Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a data block in Terraform?

A data block reads from a given data source and exports the result. Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of modules in a Terraform configuration?

1 Signup and view all the answers

Can modules be called multiple times in a Terraform configuration?

Yes, modules can be called multiple times. Signup and view all the answers

What does IaC stand for?

Infrastructure as Code Signup and view all the answers