100-150 Question 124
Select 3A company has multiple endpoint devices connected to their network, including laptops, printers, IP phones, and security cameras. An issue has been reported where certain devices are unable to connect to the network after a configuration change. Which of the following are considered endpoint devices that could be affected by this issue?
- A
Laptop
- B
Router
- C
Printer
- D
IP phone
- E
Firewall
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Correct answers: A, C, D
Explanation
Endpoint devices are devices that connect directly to the network and are used by end users to access services or perform tasks. In this scenario, laptops, printers, and IP phones qualify as endpoint devices, while routers and firewalls are part of the network infrastructure and are not considered endpoint devices.
- A. Correct.
Laptops are endpoint devices because they directly connect to the network and interact with applications and data.
- B. Incorrect.
Routers are not endpoint devices; they are networking infrastructure devices used to direct network traffic.
- C. Correct.
Printers are endpoint devices because they connect to the network to receive and process print jobs.
- D. Correct.
IP phones are endpoint devices because they connect to the network for voice communication services.
- E. Incorrect.
Firewalls are not endpoint devices; they are network security devices that monitor and control incoming and outgoing traffic.