Cisco Exam 200-301 Topic 4 Question 105 Discussion

Actual exam question for Cisco's 200-301 exam

Question #: 105
Topic #: 4

What must a network administrator consider when deciding whether to configure a new wireless network with APs in autonomous mode or APs running in cloud-based mode?

AAutonomous mode APs are less dependent on an underlay but more complex to maintain than APs in cloud-based mode.

BCloud-based mode APs relay on underlays and are more complex to maintain than APs in autonomous mode.

CCloud-based mode APs are easy to deploy but harder to automate than APs in autonomous mode.

DAutonomous mode APs are easy to deploy and automate than APs in cloud-based mode.

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by Kate at Mar 04, 2025, 09:58 AM

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Dominic

1 months ago

I bet the network admin's decision will come down to whether they prefer autonomy or remote control. It's the age-old battle of freedom vs. oversight!

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Amalia

30 days ago

I think it really depends on the specific needs and preferences of the network admin.

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Theola

1 months ago

C) Cloud-based mode APs are easy to deploy but harder to automate than APs in autonomous mode.

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Vinnie

1 months ago

A) Autonomous mode APs are less dependent on an underlay but more complex to maintain than APs in cloud-based mode.

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Kerry

2 months ago

Option B is definitely wrong. Who would ever choose cloud-based mode if it's more complex to maintain? Someone needs to tell the exam writers to lay off the trick questions.

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Jean

11 days ago

Cloud-based mode APs are definitely easier to deploy, but they may require more maintenance in the long run.

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Peggie

15 days ago

Autonomous mode APs may be less dependent on underlays, but they are more complex to maintain.

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Britt

1 months ago

I think the exam writers are trying to trick us with that option.

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Arletta

2 months ago

I agree, option B doesn't make sense. Cloud-based mode should be easier to maintain.

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Jesus

2 months ago

This question is a real head-scratcher. I'm leaning towards option C, but I wish they'd ask about the impact on network security too.

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Kristel

2 months ago

Option D seems tempting, but I'm not sure it's accurate. Autonomous mode APs may be easier to deploy, but cloud-based mode offers more automation capabilities.

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Stefania

1 months ago

So it really depends on the specific needs and priorities of the network administrator.

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Rachael

1 months ago

That's true, but they are also more complex to maintain compared to cloud-based mode APs.

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Gerry

2 months ago

But autonomous mode APs are less dependent on an underlay, which could be an advantage in some situations.

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Xochitl

2 months ago

I think you're right, cloud-based mode does offer more automation capabilities.

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Lizbeth

2 months ago

I think option A is the correct answer. Autonomous mode APs require more maintenance but are less dependent on the underlay infrastructure.

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Aide

2 months ago

That's true. Cloud-based mode APs may be easier to deploy, but they rely more on underlays.

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Breana

2 months ago

I agree. Autonomous mode APs may be more complex to maintain, but they are less dependent on underlays.

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Yun

2 months ago

I think when deciding on AP mode, we should consider the complexity of maintenance.

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