What are the two types of Policy Control Engine (PCE) deployments?

The correct response identifies the two types of Policy Control Engine (PCE) deployments as Cloud-based and On-prem. This distinction highlights the deployment environments where the PCE can be implemented.

In Cloud-based deployment, the Policy Control Engine operates in a public or private cloud environment, allowing organizations to leverage cloud resources for scalability, flexibility, and potentially lower infrastructure maintenance costs. This option is beneficial for businesses looking to integrate other cloud services seamlessly and take advantage of the cloud's inherent redundancy and availability features.

In contrast, On-prem deployment means that the PCE is installed and managed within the organization’s own data centers. This choice provides organizations with greater control over their security policies and configurations, potentially addressing specific regulatory compliance requirements or internal governance policies that mandate keeping sensitive data on-premises.

Understanding these deployment types is crucial for professionals configuring Illumio Core’s security architecture, as it influences how policies are managed and how integration with existing IT and security frameworks occurs.