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Which of the following is NOT a main component of Splunk?

  1. Collect and index data

  2. Add knowledge

  3. Compress and archive

  4. Search and investigate

The correct answer is: Compress and archive

The identification of "Compress and archive" as the option that is NOT a main component of Splunk is accurate. In the architecture of Splunk, the primary focus is on collecting and indexing data, searching and investigating that data, and adding knowledge to make the data more useful and insightful. Collecting and indexing data is fundamental to getting the information into the Splunk environment, while search and investigation are central to utilizing that data effectively to gain insights and make decisions. The addition of knowledge involves enriching the incoming data with contextual information, allowing for better analysis and reporting. While data compression and archiving are important in terms of data management and storage efficiency, they are not core components of what Splunk is designed to do. Splunk emphasizes real-time analytics, searching, and reporting rather than handling the specifics of data compression or archiving as its primary functions.