Splunk Core Certified User Practice Exam

Which of the following roles in Splunk has full administrative capabilities?

1. User

2. Power

3. Admin

4. Operator

The correct answer is: Admin

The correct answer is "Admin" because this role in Splunk is specifically designed to have full administrative capabilities. Users assigned to the Admin role can manage the entire Splunk instance, including configuring system settings, managing user roles and permissions, installing and managing apps, and performing various advanced functions that are critical for maintaining and optimizing the Splunk environment. In contrast, the other roles, such as User, Power, and Operator, have more restricted permissions. The User role typically has the most basic access for searching and using data; the Power role includes additional capabilities, such as creating reports and dashboards, but does not encompass all administrative functions; and the Operator role is focused on monitoring and operational tasks, which also does not provide full administrative access. Thus, "Admin" is the only role that encompasses full administrative capabilities.