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Data Collection Architecture

MgC uses two methods to collect data about source resources:

  • Remote online collection with the MgC Agent
  • Online collection with cloud APIs

The MgC Agent, a tool you need to deploy in the source network, collects details about source resources in public clouds, private clouds (built using such as VMware and Hyper-V), on-premises data centers (IDC), or hybrid deployment environments.

Figure 1 shows the data collection process.
Figure 1 Remote online collection with the MgC Agent

MgC calls the APIs of other public clouds to collect details about source resources. The MgC Agent is not required.

Figure 2 shows the data collection process.
Figure 2 Online collection with cloud APIs
Parent Topic: Collection Security