1Z0-1072-25 Question 279
Select 2You manage several OCI File Storage file systems hosting production data in different compartments. You need to analyze your file systems� usage trends and set up cost forecasting to prevent unexpected billing spikes. Which two approaches should you implement to accurately monitor consumption and estimate costs over time?
- A
Gather file system size information by running 'du' commands on your local NFS clients and manually record usage data in a spreadsheet every week.
- B
Use OCI Monitoring to track File Storage service metrics, such as bytes used, and set up alarms when usage exceeds defined thresholds.
- C
Enable Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Cost Analysis at the tenancy level and filter by File Storage to track monthly usage and forecast potential cost increases.
- D
Create an automatic object lifecycle policy to archive old files to Oracle Archive Storage, which integrates directly with OCI File Storage usage metrics.
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Correct answers: B, C
Explanation
Combining OCI Monitoring for real-time usage metrics with the OCI Cost Analysis tool for historical cost data is the most effective way to track and forecast File Storage usage. By setting alerts on usage thresholds, you can respond to growth trends before incurring unexpected charges. Refer to the official OCI File Storage and Monitoring documentation for additional best practices on analyzing file system usage and setting up cost tracking policies.
- A. Incorrect.
Option 1 is incorrect because it relies solely on manual checks using 'du', which is prone to error and doesn�t integrate with built-in OCI Monitoring or cost forecasting tools. While 'du' can provide local usage data, it is not the most efficient or scalable method for continuous metering across multiple file systems and compartments.
- B. Correct.
Option 2 is correct. OCI Monitoring collects metrics from the File Storage service, such as bytes used, which can be visualized over time. Setting up alarms for thresholds is an essential best practice to receive proactive notifications when usage patterns exceed expectations.
- C. Correct.
Option 3 is correct. OCI Cost Analysis allows you to view and filter usage and costs by service. By focusing on File Storage, you can forecast potential monthly costs, detect trends, and better plan for capacity expansions or budget adjustments.
- D. Incorrect.
Option 4 is incorrect because although creating a lifecycle policy to move older data to lower-cost storage is a valid strategy for reducing costs, it does not directly provide or integrate with File Storage usage metrics for cost forecasting. Lifecycle policies aren�t designed to analyze ongoing consumption trends.