100-150 Question 48
Single answerA network administrator is troubleshooting a file-sharing issue between two devices on the same network. The devices are using a Windows operating system and are configured to share files using a common file-sharing protocol. Which protocol is most likely being used in this scenario?
- A
FTP
- B
HTTP
- C
SMB
- D
DNS
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
SMB (Server Message Block) is the protocol commonly used for sharing files, printers, and other resources in local networks, especially on Windows operating systems. While other protocols like FTP or HTTP handle file transfer or web data, they are not designed for the type of local file-sharing described in this scenario.
- A. Incorrect.
FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is used to transfer files over a network but is not typically used for file-sharing between devices on the same local network. It is more commonly used for uploading or downloading files to/from a server.
- B. Incorrect.
HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) is used for transferring web pages and related data over the internet. It is not designed for file-sharing between devices.
- C. Correct.
SMB (Server Message Block) is a protocol commonly used for file and printer sharing on local networks, especially between devices running the Windows operating system. This makes it the correct answer.
- D. Incorrect.
DNS (Domain Name System) is used to resolve domain names to IP addresses and is unrelated to file-sharing functionality.