Splunk Enterprise Certified Admin Practice Test

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What does the HTTP Event Collector (HEC) primarily do?

  1. Collect data from sensors

  2. Send events to Splunk

  3. Forward logs from Windows

  4. Analyze streaming data

The correct answer is: Send events to Splunk

The HTTP Event Collector (HEC) is primarily designed to send events to Splunk via HTTP or HTTPS protocols. It allows for the real-time ingestion of event data into Splunk from various sources, making it particularly useful for applications, services, and environments where traditional logging methods may not be suitable. With HEC, data can be sent easily from web applications or modern cloud services, such as microservices and containers, allowing for seamless integration and immediate indexing of the collected data into Splunk. This functionality is essential for organizations looking to achieve quick visibility into their operational data, enabling faster insights and analysis. By utilizing HEC, users can harness the full power of Splunk's data processing capabilities, making it a crucial component of modern data architecture in organizations.