100-150 Question 123
Select 3A network administrator is troubleshooting connectivity issues in an office environment. Several endpoint devices are connected to the network, including desktop computers, IP phones, and security cameras. Which of the following is considered an endpoint device in this scenario?
- A
Desktop computer
- B
IP phone
- C
Security camera
- D
Network switch
- E
Wireless access point
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Correct answers: A, B, C
Explanation
Endpoint devices are network-connected devices that directly interact with the network to send, receive, or process data. In this scenario, desktop computers, IP phones, and security cameras are considered endpoint devices because they directly interface with the network to perform their functions. Networking components like switches and access points, however, are considered infrastructure devices, not endpoints.
- A. Correct.
Desktop computers are endpoint devices as they directly interface with the network to send and receive data.
- B. Correct.
IP phones are endpoint devices because they connect to the network to transmit and receive voice data.
- C. Correct.
Security cameras are endpoint devices as they connect to the network to send video data.
- D. Incorrect.
Network switches are not endpoint devices; they are networking infrastructure devices used to direct traffic within the network.
- E. Incorrect.
Wireless access points are not endpoint devices; they are used to provide wireless connectivity to endpoint devices.