CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1001) — Question 115

A company wants to protect its users from malicious websites but also provide the ability to log traffic in and out of the network.
Which of the following should the company place within its network to BEST protect its users?

Answer options

• A. IDS server
• B. DNS server
• C. Proxy server
• D. Syslog server

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, the Proxy server, as it can filter and block access to harmful websites while logging user activity. Option A, the IDS server, is designed for intrusion detection rather than web filtering. Option B, the DNS server, primarily resolves domain names and does not provide the same level of protection against malicious sites. Option D, the Syslog server, is used for logging purposes but does not actively protect users.