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Why is it important to use an API gateway in microservices security architecture?

hard🧠 Conceptual Q10 of 15
Cybersecurity - Security Architecture and Design
Why is it important to use an API gateway in microservices security architecture?
AIt centralizes authentication and request routing
BIt increases the number of microservices
CIt disables security checks for faster processing
DIt stores all microservice data in one place
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand the role of an API gateway

    An API gateway acts as a single entry point, managing authentication and routing requests securely.

  2. Step 2: Eliminate incorrect options

    It does not increase microservices, disable security, or store all data centrally.

  3. Final Answer:

    It centralizes authentication and request routing -> Option A

  4. Quick Check:

    API gateway role = Central auth and routing [OK]
Quick Trick: API gateway centralizes security and routing [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Thinking it increases microservices count
  • Believing it disables security
  • Assuming it stores all data

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