SY0-301 · Question #386
Which of the following implementation steps would be appropriate for a public wireless hotspot?
The correct answer is C. Open system authentication. Public wireless hotspots are designed for open, unrestricted access by any user. The correct implementation avoids authentication barriers that would prevent casual users from connecting.
Question
Which of the following implementation steps would be appropriate for a public wireless hotspot?
Options
- AReduce power level
- BDisable SSID broadcast
- COpen system authentication
- DMAC filter
How the community answered
(18 responses)- A17% (3)
- B6% (1)
- C72% (13)
- D6% (1)
Why each option
Public wireless hotspots are designed for open, unrestricted access by any user. The correct implementation avoids authentication barriers that would prevent casual users from connecting.
Reducing power level restricts the coverage area and signal reach, which limits the number of users who can connect-counterproductive for a public hotspot intended to serve a wide area.
Disabling SSID broadcast hides the network name, making it difficult for users to discover and join the network. Public hotspots need to be easily visible and discoverable.
MAC filtering creates an allowlist of permitted device hardware addresses. Managing this for an open public environment is operationally impossible and defeats the purpose of public access.
Concept tested: Wireless network access control and authentication methods - distinguishing configurations appropriate for public/open networks versus private/secured networks
Source: CompTIA Network+ / Security+ - Wireless Security Standards; IEEE 802.11 Authentication Modes
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