CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1001) — Question 311

Which of the following MOST accurately explains what a VPN connection represents?

Answer options

• A. An encrypted set of packets meant to pass information between virtual layer networks
• B. An encrypted channel connecting two PANs over a private LAN
• C. An encrypted channel connecting two LANs over a public WAN
• D. An encrypted channel connecting two MANs over a public WAN

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because a VPN creates an encrypted connection that allows secure communication between two Local Area Networks (LANs) over the internet, which is a public Wide Area Network (WAN). Options A, B, and D describe different types of network configurations that do not accurately represent the primary function of a VPN connection.