200-301 Question 59
Select 3A small business owner is setting up a Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) network and wants to ensure that all devices, including laptops, printers, and IP cameras, are connected securely. They also want to provide wireless access for their clients while keeping their business devices isolated. Which of the following features should they implement on their SOHO router to meet these requirements?
- A
Enable a guest wireless network
- B
Configure a VLAN to isolate business devices
- C
Disable WPA2 encryption for easier access
- D
Enable MAC address filtering for business devices
- E
Use QoS (Quality of Service) to prioritize traffic for IP cameras
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Correct answers: A, B, D
Explanation
To set up a secure and efficient SOHO network, the business owner should enable a guest wireless network for client access, configure a VLAN to isolate sensitive business devices, and enable MAC address filtering to restrict access to authorized devices. These measures ensure security and proper device segregation while maintaining ease of access for clients.
- A. Correct.
Enabling a guest wireless network allows clients to connect to Wi-Fi without accessing the main business network, enhancing security and isolation.
- B. Correct.
Configuring a VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) ensures that business devices are kept separate from other devices, such as those on the guest wireless network.
- C. Incorrect.
Disabling WPA2 encryption would make the network insecure, leaving it vulnerable to unauthorized access. This is not recommended for a secure SOHO setup.
- D. Correct.
MAC address filtering adds a layer of security by allowing only specific devices to connect to the business network, helping to control access.
- E. Incorrect.
While QoS can improve performance for certain devices, it does not directly address the requirements of securely connecting and isolating devices in a SOHO setup.