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In Sophos Central, exclusions for servers can be set in two distinct areas. The first location where exclusions can be added is within the Threat Protection settings, specifically under the policies that govern how threats are managed on the endpoint or server. This allows administrators to exclude certain files, folders, or processes from being scanned or monitored, thereby reducing false positives and optimizing performance.

The second location for configuring exclusions is within the specific server settings, where users can define exceptions tailored to individual server requirements or operational constraints. This might involve excluding certain applications or directories that are known to be safe but may be flagged by the antivirus or threat detection systems.

By having exclusions available in both the Threat Protection policies and the individual server settings, Sophos Central provides flexibility and control for system administrators in managing their server environments effectively. This dual approach helps ensure that while security measures are enforced, necessary operations that could be impeded by these measures can continue unimpeded.