What does the connection order in the UI indicate?

The connection order in the UI indicates the priority of connections when Splunk attempts to establish a link with different data sources or servers. In scenarios where there are multiple connections available, the listed order signifies which connection should be attempted first, followed by the next connection in line if the first one fails.

This concept is particularly important for ensuring the reliability and efficiency of data ingestion and retrieval processes within Splunk. When configuring various inputs or outputs, understanding the connection order allows administrators to optimize performance and ensure that critical connections are prioritized.

While other options, such as authentication method, server type, and user preferences may play a role in connection management, they do not directly pertain to how the UI indicates the order of connection attempts. Therefore, recognizing that this aspect specifically pertains to priority helps in determining which connections will be used first based on the UI’s configuration.