CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) — Question 104

Which of the following network devices would an administrator use to distribute traffic evenly throughout multiple nodes?

Answer options

• A. Load balancer
• B. Bridge
• C. Proxy server
• D. Switch
• E. Firewall

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is a Load balancer, as it is specifically designed to distribute network traffic across multiple servers to optimize resource use and improve response times. The other options, such as Bridge, Proxy server, Switch, and Firewall, serve different functions in network management and do not provide the same traffic distribution capabilities.