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A network engineer wants to automate the provisioning of new network devices and ensure consistent policy application across a large enterprise network. Which Cisco platform is purpose-built to centralize the management, automation, and assurance of the entire network lifecycle, including design, provision, and policy enforcement?
- ACisco ACI
- BCisco Meraki Dashboard
- CCisco Webex Teams
- DCisco DNA Center
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: D. Cisco DNA Center
Cisco DNA Center is designed for intent-based networking, providing centralized management, automation, and assurance for enterprise networks, covering the entire lifecycle from design to policy enforcement.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Cisco ACI is a solution for data center network automation, not general enterprise network lifecycle management.
- B. Meraki Dashboard manages cloud-managed devices, but DNA Center is for broader enterprise network automation.
- C. Webex Teams is a collaboration platform, not a network management solution.
Cisco DNA Center
Cisco DNA Center is an intent-based networking controller that provides centralized management, automation, and assurance for enterprise networks.
- Automates network provisioning and policy application.
- Offers a single pane of glass for network management.
- Supports both wired and wireless enterprise networks.
Memory trick: DNA is the blueprint for automated networks.