XK0-004 · Question #482
Which of the following BEST describes the function of a DHCP server?
The correct answer is A. It assigns an IP address from an allocated pool to a requesting system.. A DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server dynamically assigns IP addresses - along with other network parameters like subnet mask, default gateway, and DNS server - from a configured address pool to client devices that request them on the network. Option B describes a D
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Which of the following BEST describes the function of a DHCP server?
Options
- AIt assigns an IP address from an allocated pool to a requesting system.
- BIt resolves assigned server hostnames to given IP addresses.
- CIt provides the ability to send and receive email for authorized users.
- DIt configures a system to use an external time source to synchronize time.
How the community answered
(25 responses)- A92% (23)
- B4% (1)
- D4% (1)
Explanation
A DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server dynamically assigns IP addresses - along with other network parameters like subnet mask, default gateway, and DNS server - from a configured address pool to client devices that request them on the network. Option B describes a DNS (Domain Name System) server, which resolves hostnames to IP addresses. Option C describes a mail server (handling SMTP/IMAP/POP3 for sending and receiving email). Option D describes an NTP (Network Time Protocol) server, which synchronizes system clocks to an external time source.
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