CCNA: Cisco Certified Network Associate — Question 1189

What are two characteristics of an SSID? (Choose two.)

Answer options

• A. It uniquely identifies a client in a WLAN.
• B. It is at most 32 characters long
• C. It uniquely identifies an access point in a WLAN
• D. It provides secured access to a WLAN.
• E. It can be hidden or broadcast in a WLAN.

Correct answer: B, E

Explanation

Option B is correct because an SSID can be up to 32 characters long. Option E is also correct since SSIDs can be configured to be hidden or broadcasted. Options A and C are incorrect because an SSID does not uniquely identify clients or access points; it identifies the WLAN itself. Option D is misleading as the SSID does not provide security; it simply identifies the network.