Test Your Knowledge of DHCP

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True or false: DHCP is only useful for small networks and not recommended for larger ones.

False (B)

What is the main advantage of DHCP over static IP addressing?

  • DHCP saves time and reduces errors (correct)
  • DHCP is more secure
  • DHCP assigns fixed IP addresses to devices
  • DHCP simplifies network administration

True or false: DHCP assigns the same IP address to a device every time it connects to the network.

False (B)

What is the main disadvantage of static IP addressing?

<p>It involves manually configuring IP addresses on each device, which can be time-consuming and prone to errors (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What other network configuration settings does DHCP provide besides IP address?

<p>Subnet mask (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Rogue DHCP servers can be prevented by enabling DHCP snooping and port security.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What security risks can rogue DHCP servers pose on a network?

<p>They can steal sensitive information (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential security risk associated with DHCP?

<p>Rogue DHCP servers can pose security risks on a network (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

  • DHCP enables automatic IP address and network configuration for devices
  • It eliminates the need for manual IP address configuration, saving time and reducing errors
  • DHCP assigns available IP addresses dynamically to devices as they connect to the network
  • It also provides other network configuration settings like subnet mask, default gateway, and DNS server information
  • DHCP efficiently manages IP addresses and simplifies network administration
  • Static IP addressing involves manually configuring IP addresses on each device, which can be time-consuming and prone to errors
  • DHCP may not be suitable in situations where a device requires a fixed IP address for security or performance reasons
  • Rogue DHCP servers can pose security risks on a network
  • Security measures like DHCP snooping and port security can mitigate these risks
  • Proper configuration of DHCP is important for network security and efficient management of IP addresses.

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