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N10-005 · Question #702

N10-005 Question #702: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is A: WEP. When backwards compatibility is the primary concern and the devices cannot support modern standards, WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is the correct choice because it is the oldest and most universally supported Wi-Fi security protocol. WPA introduced stronger TKIP encryption and r

Question

A small company is looking to install a wireless network to enable its relatively old fleet of laptops to have limited internet access internally. The technician on the project knows that the units do not support modern encryption standards. If backwards compatibility is the greatest concern, which of the following is the MOST appropriate wireless security type to choose?

Options

  • AWEP
  • BWPS
  • CWPA
  • DWPA2

Explanation

When backwards compatibility is the primary concern and the devices cannot support modern standards, WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is the correct choice because it is the oldest and most universally supported Wi-Fi security protocol. WPA introduced stronger TKIP encryption and requires more processing capability. WPA2 uses AES and is even more demanding. WPS is a setup method, not an encryption standard. While WEP is cryptographically weak and should never be used where security matters, the question explicitly prioritizes compatibility with legacy hardware over security, making WEP the answer.

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