Which special characters are permitted in naming conventions for policies?

Naming conventions for policies in Fortinet products typically allow certain special characters that enhance clarity and organization. The hyphen and underscore are both valid characters in naming conventions for policies.

The hyphen is often used to separate words for readability, while the underscore serves a similar purpose, particularly in situations where spaces are not allowed. Using these characters can make policy names more descriptive and easier to understand, which is essential for effective management and operational efficiency.

The other characters listed in the options either do not conform to the naming standards in Fortinet's documentation or are not intended for use in naming policies due to potential ambiguities or conflicts in interpretation within the system. For example, the period and comma may not be consistently permitted across all types of configurations, while symbols like the asterisk, ampersand, plus, and dollar signs typically have predefined functions in various programming and scripting contexts, making them unsuitable for policy names. Thus, using hyphen and underscore aligns with best practices for clarity and usability in policy management.