Splunk Enterprise Certified Admin Practice Test

Which architecture includes all features on the main Splunk server, excluding forwarders?

1. Single-server, standalone

2. Basic

3. Distributed

4. Clustered

The correct answer is: Basic

The architecture that includes all features on the main Splunk server, excluding forwarders, is known as the Basic architecture. In this model, all components necessary for data ingestion, indexing, search, and reporting are installed on a single installation of the Splunk software. This structure is typically suitable for small environments where simplicity is key, as it allows for quick setup and easy management, with everything centralized. Forwarders are not part of this architecture because it operates on a single instance where all necessary functionalities are contained. Other architectures, such as Single-server, standalone, would suggest the same basic form, but it does not encapsulate the full set of 'features' that the basic setup includes, as it might imply limitations in functionalities appropriate for broader deployments. The Distributed architecture implies multiple servers working together, which introduces complexity beyond a single main server. Similarly, the Clustered architecture involves redundancy and load balancing through multiple Splunk instances, further removing the idea of being a single server environment. Therefore, the Basic architecture emphasizes the all-inclusive feature set localized to one main server with no additional components like forwarders.