Splunk Enterprise Certified Admin Practice Test

Which of the following statements is true about Universal Forwarders?

1. They have a full web interface

2. They cannot utilize apps at all

3. They can still benefit from using apps despite lacking a web interface

4. They store all data directly on the web

The correct answer is: They can still benefit from using apps despite lacking a web interface

Universal Forwarders are lightweight components designed to send log data to a Splunk indexer or heavy forwarder. They play a crucial role in data collection in a Splunk environment. The correct statement highlights that Universal Forwarders can indeed benefit from using apps. While Universal Forwarders do not have a full web interface, they can still utilize apps that enhance their functionality, such as input configuration settings, monitor specific files, or support specific data types. Apps can contain scripts or configurations that the Universal Forwarders can use to process and send data efficiently, even without a graphical user interface. This aspect underscores their ability to integrate into the Splunk ecosystem effectively, facilitating targeted data collection based on the apps applied to them. The incorrect statements clarify key characteristics of Universal Forwarders: they do not have a full web interface because they are designed to be simple and lightweight, focusing primarily on data forwarding rather than management tasks. Additionally, while they can work with certain functionalities of apps, they do not utilize all features that come with Splunk apps meant for full Splunk instances. Lastly, they do not store data directly on the web; instead, they forward data to indexers or heavy forwarders, emphasizing their role in data transportation rather than storage.