CompTIA Network+ Exam N10-007: Securing Basic Wireless Network

Which Authentication Protocols to Use for Securing a Basic Wireless Network?

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Question

A technician is assigned to secure a basic wireless network.

Which of the following authentication protocols should the technician use to perform this task? (Choose two.)

A.

RDP B.

SNMP C.

WPA2 D.

EAP E.

SSL.

CD.

Explanations

A technician is assigned to secure a basic wireless network.

Which of the following authentication protocols should the technician use to perform this task? (Choose two.)

A.

RDP

B.

SNMP

C.

WPA2

D.

EAP

E.

SSL.

CD.

The two authentication protocols that a technician should use to secure a basic wireless network are WPA2 and EAP.

WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) is a security protocol that provides strong encryption and authentication for wireless networks. It uses AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) encryption to secure data transmissions and uses a Pre-Shared Key (PSK) or a certificate-based authentication mechanism to allow only authorized users to access the network. WPA2 is considered the most secure protocol for wireless networks.

EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) is an authentication framework that provides a flexible and extensible mechanism for authenticating users in a network. EAP is used in combination with other authentication methods such as passwords, certificates, or smart cards to provide a more secure and reliable authentication process. EAP is commonly used in enterprise wireless networks where strong security is required.

RDP (Remote Desktop Protocol) is a protocol used to remotely access and control a computer desktop. It is not an authentication protocol.

SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is a protocol used to manage and monitor network devices. It is not an authentication protocol.

SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) is a security protocol used to secure data transmissions over the internet. It is not an authentication protocol.

In summary, a technician should use WPA2 and EAP authentication protocols to secure a basic wireless network.