Terraform Data Sources

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

Data sources request Terraform to read information defined outside of Terraform.

What is the purpose of a data block in Terraform?

To request Terraform to read from a given data source.

What does a Terraform module consist of?

Resources defined in the main working directory.

What does it mean for a module to call another module in Terraform?

To include the child module resources.

Can a module be called multiple times in Terraform?

Yes, allowing resource configurations to be packaged and reused.

What is the purpose of Ansible?

To configure and manage systems and applications.

What types of objects does Terraform read when using data sources?

Managed resources.

What is the result of a data block in Terraform being exported under a local name?

It allows the data to be referenced within the configuration.

What does a Terraform configuration's root module consist of?

Resources defined in the main working directory.

What is the purpose of Terraform modules?

To package and reuse resource configurations.

Which of the following best describes Ansible?

A software suite that enables Infrastructure as Code (IaC) automation and orchestration

What is Ansible used for?

Managing machines in a central and automated way

What are Ansible playbooks?

Human-readable configuration files used to describe automation jobs

In what use cases is Ansible relevant?

Zero-touch deployment, Multicloud deployment, Disposable environments, Multi-tier applications, Software demonstrations

How does Ansible interact with FortiGate and FortiManager?

Using APIs available for FortiGate and FortiManager

What is the difference between specific and generic modules in Ansible?

Specific modules perform a single known function, while generic modules can perform any API call on the target system

What infrastructure resources can be configured using Ansible?

Physical machines, VMs, network switches, containers, and more

How does Ansible represent the machines it manages?

Using a simple file that puts the machines in groups

What does Ansible use to describe automation jobs?

YAML in the form of playbooks

Does Ansible support generic modules?

No, Ansible does not support generic modules

Test your knowledge on Terraform data sources and learn how to utilize information defined outside of Terraform or by another configuration. Understand how data blocks work and how they differ from managed resources in Terraform.

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