What type of data is typically ingested into Splunk's index via forwarders?

The correct choice reflects that real-time data is commonly ingested into Splunk's index via forwarders. Splunk forwarders are designed specifically to collect and send data in real-time from various data sources, such as servers, applications, and networks, to the Splunk indexer for processing and analytics. This capability allows organizations to monitor and analyze events as they occur, enabling timely insights and actions based on live data.

The other options represent different types of data that may not align with the primary use case of Splunk's forwarders. Static data typically refers to data that does not change and is often used for reference but doesn't fit the real-time monitoring and analysis that forwarders provide. Structured data is organized in a defined manner and often found in databases, while historical data refers to previously recorded data that may not require real-time ingestion. Although historical data can also be ingested into Splunk, the emphasis on forwarders is to handle ongoing, real-time data streams.