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Which protocol ensures accurate local-time synchronization within a network that consists of routers, switches, and other devices?
The correct answer is A. NTP. Network Time Protocol (NTP) is the standard protocol used to synchronize the clocks of computers and other network devices, ensuring consistent and accurate time across an entire network.
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Which protocol ensures accurate local-time synchronization within a network that consists of routers, switches, and other devices?
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- ANTP
- BRTP
- CSTP
- DTDF
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Network Time Protocol (NTP) is the standard protocol used to synchronize the clocks of computers and other network devices, ensuring consistent and accurate time across an entire network.
NTP (Network Time Protocol) is specifically designed and widely used to synchronize the time of devices across a network, which is critical for logging, security, and consistent operation of distributed systems. It allows clients to obtain precise time from designated time servers, ensuring all devices maintain accurate local time.
RTP (Real-time Transport Protocol) is used for delivering audio and video over IP networks, not for time synchronization.
STP (Spanning Tree Protocol) is a layer 2 protocol used to prevent network loops in Ethernet networks, not for time synchronization.
TDF is not a standard network protocol for time synchronization.
Concept tested: Network Time Protocol (NTP)
Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/networking/windows-time-service/windows-time-service-tools-and-settings#ntp-network-time-protocol-concepts
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