SK0-003 · Question #8
Which of the following servers would dynamically allocate IP addresses to workstations?
The correct answer is B. DHCP. A DHCP server is responsible for dynamically assigning IP addresses and other network configuration parameters to client devices on a network.
Question
Which of the following servers would dynamically allocate IP addresses to workstations?
Options
- ANTP
- BDHCP
- CDNS
- DSNMP
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- B91% (39)
- C2% (1)
- D5% (2)
Why each option
A DHCP server is responsible for dynamically assigning IP addresses and other network configuration parameters to client devices on a network.
NTP (Network Time Protocol) servers synchronize the time among network devices, not allocate IP addresses.
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) servers automatically assign unique IP addresses, subnet masks, default gateways, and DNS server information to client devices upon connection to the network. This automates network configuration, preventing IP address conflicts and simplifying network management.
DNS (Domain Name System) servers resolve domain names to IP addresses, not dynamically allocate IP addresses to clients.
SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is used for monitoring and managing network devices, not for IP address allocation.
Concept tested: DHCP server functionality
Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/networking/technologies/dhcp/dhcp-overview
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