How can you differentiate between a probe and a sensor in the ECC queue?

The differentiation between probes and sensors in the ECC (Event, Collection, and Control) queue is fundamental for understanding how ServiceNow Discovery manages data collection and processing. Probes are responsible for gathering specific information from devices in the infrastructure. They are dispatched to discover details such as IP address, software, and hardware of devices. Once the probes finish their tasks, they transmit the collected data for further processing.

In contrast, sensors perform the role of interpreting and processing the data collected by the probes. They analyze the information received and help decide what actions to take or how to integrate this data into the ServiceNow platform.

This framework establishes that probes communicate and gather data, while sensors work to interpret and act upon that data. Therefore, the assertion that probes are in the output queue and sensors are in the input queue accurately reflects the operational flow within ServiceNow Discovery. Probes push collected data to the ECC queue's output for processing, where sensors retrieve it from the input and handle the necessary actions based on the data's content. Understanding this relationship between probes and sensors is essential for managing IT asset discovery effectively.