Terraform Data Sources

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

Data sources allow Terraform configurations to read information defined within Terraform.

Data sources can only be used with resources defined in the main working directory.

Data sources request Terraform to read information defined outside of Terraform. (correct)

Data sources cause Terraform to create, update, and delete infrastructure objects.

What is the purpose of a data block in Terraform?

To package and reuse resource configurations.

To define resources used together within a module.

To request Terraform to read from a given data source. (correct)

To create, update, and delete infrastructure objects.

What does a Terraform module consist of?

Resources defined outside of Terraform.

Resources defined in the main working directory. (correct)

Multiple resources used together.

Child module resources.

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

To include the child module resources. Signup and view all the answers

Can a module be called multiple times in Terraform?

Yes, allowing resource configurations to be packaged and reused. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Ansible?

To configure and manage systems and applications. Signup and view all the answers

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

Managed resources. Signup and view all the answers

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. Signup and view all the answers

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

Resources defined in the main working directory. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Terraform modules?

To package and reuse resource configurations. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes Ansible?

A software suite that enables Infrastructure as Code (IaC) automation and orchestration Signup and view all the answers

What is Ansible used for?

Managing machines in a central and automated way Signup and view all the answers

What are Ansible playbooks?

Human-readable configuration files used to describe automation jobs Signup and view all the answers

In what use cases is Ansible relevant?

Zero-touch deployment, Multicloud deployment, Disposable environments, Multi-tier applications, Software demonstrations Signup and view all the answers

How does Ansible interact with FortiGate and FortiManager?

Using APIs available for FortiGate and FortiManager Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

What infrastructure resources can be configured using Ansible?

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

How does Ansible represent the machines it manages?

Using a simple file that puts the machines in groups Signup and view all the answers

What does Ansible use to describe automation jobs?

YAML in the form of playbooks Signup and view all the answers

Does Ansible support generic modules?

No, Ansible does not support generic modules Signup and view all the answers