What is a benefit of the clustering feature in SonicWall?

The clustering feature in SonicWall is designed to enhance uptime and reliability, which is crucial for maintaining continuous operations in a network. By allowing multiple devices to operate as a single unit, clustering ensures that if one device fails, the others can take over seamlessly, minimizing downtime. This redundancy allows organizations to maintain consistent network performance and availability, critical for applications and services requiring constant access.

The other options may seem appealing but do not directly relate to the primary benefits of clustering. Cost savings are a factor that may indirectly arise from improvements in reliability, but the core advantage is the ability to provide uninterrupted service. Performance for video conferencing and bandwidth consumption are specific operational aspects that can benefit from a reliable network but are not the primary focus of the clustering feature itself.