How is an Environment ActiveGate defined in terms of network traffic?

An Environment ActiveGate specifically handles traffic from OneAgent instances that are deployed within the same environment. This means that it serves as a localized gateway, optimized to facilitate communication between the monitored applications and the Dynatrace platform for that particular environment. This setup ensures efficient data transfer and minimizes latency, as all OneAgent instances within the same environment can send their monitoring data to this ActiveGate, which can then communicate with the Dynatrace server.

Essentially, by handling traffic only from OneAgent instances in the same environment, the Environment ActiveGate manages the data flow specific to that context and fosters an organized structure for monitoring within distinct environments. This localized approach enhances data management and visibility, making it easier for users to maintain and analyze performance metrics.

Additionally, some of the other options do not align with the specific functionality of an Environment ActiveGate. For example, it is not intended to route traffic from all environments or exclusively from cloud-based instances, as those functionalities pertain to different forms of ActiveGates designed for broader or cloud-specific roles.