Correct Answer: Deny all ingress (Priority 65535)
By default, all incoming traffic is blocked unless an explicit 'Allow' rule exists....
Correct Answer
Deny all ingress (Priority 65535)
Why This Answer Is Correct
By default, all incoming traffic is blocked unless an explicit 'Allow' rule exists.
This question evaluates your knowledge of VPC Firewall Rules — a core concept tested in Associate Cloud Engineer. Understanding VPC Firewall Rules is essential for designing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud architectures. Mastery of this topic will help you answer scenario-based questions confidently on exam day.
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