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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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Question

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)
  • A
    92% (23)
  • B
    4% (1)
  • D
    4% (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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#DHCP#IP addressing#network services#protocol

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