Overview
Data separation ensures that records created in one domain are appropriately visible or hidden from other domains. This includes understanding visibility rules, domain paths, and how users see data based on their domain membership.
Why It Matters for the Exam
Data Separation covers 24% of the CIS-SP exam. This is a core competency for implementing and troubleshooting domain separation.
Key Concepts to Master
1Domain visibility rules
2Contained vs blocked domains
3Visible from above/below
4Domain paths
5Domain picker behavior
6User domain assignment
7Record domain assignment
8Cross-domain queries
💡 Exam Tips & Strategy
Focus on visibility inheritance - how child domains can or cannot see parent domain data. Know the difference between visibility settings and understand domain path calculations.
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Practice Questions
24%
Exam Weight
CIS-SP
Certification