Splunk Enterprise Certified Admin Practice Test

Which of the following tools does Splunk support for configuration management?

1. Saltstack

2. Puppet

3. Chef

4. All of the above

The correct answer is: All of the above

Splunk supports multiple configuration management tools to enable efficient deployment and management of Splunk instances across different environments. This includes Saltstack, Puppet, and Chef, all of which facilitate automation for configuration, deployment, and management tasks. Using these tools, Splunk administrators can ensure that configurations are consistently applied across all instances, which is particularly important in large-scale deployments. Each tool offers unique functionalities: Puppet allows for a model-driven approach to configuration, Chef utilizes a code-driven style with Ruby-based configurations, and Saltstack employs a high-speed communication protocol for managing infrastructure. The capability to integrate with all of these tools provides flexibility in how organizations can manage their Splunk configurations, accommodating various existing practices and preferences within IT operations. Thus, the correct answer encompasses all of these tools, reflecting Splunk's commitment to interoperability and support for diverse operational environments.