Which form is suitable for version control and manual editing when sharing configurations?

• A. /system backup
• B. /export file=... (editable text script)
• C. /export quick
• D. /export archive

Answer: (B)

For version control and manual editing, a text-based export that can be saved as a script file is ideal. Exporting to an editable text script provides a human-readable, modifiable representation of the configuration that you can open, tweak, and commit in a version control system. You can clearly see what changed over time, rely on diffing, and share precise edits with others, then reapply the script to another device when needed.

Other options produce non-editable or less portable formats: a binary backup isn’t suitable for text diffs or easy editing; a quick export may omit parts or be less deterministic for ongoing sharing; and an archive bundles everything into a compressed file that isn’t convenient to read or edit by hand.