What is the difference between the terms keyword and argument in the IOS command structure?

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What is the difference between the terms keyword and argument in the IOS command structure?

  • A keyword is entered with a predefined length. An argument can be any length.
  • A keyword always appears directly after a command. An argument does not.
  • A keyword is required to complete a command. An argument is not.
  • A keyword is a specific parameter. An argument is not a predefined variable.

Explanation: Keywords are specific parameters that are defined in IOS. Arguments are not predefined; they are the variables defined by the user when completing a command. Although most keywords appear directly after commands, they can appear in other locations, depending on a command structure. A keyword can be entered in its whole length or in a shortened format.

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