CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) — Question 304

A technician is troubleshooting connectivity issues and needs to promiscuously route a copy of traffic to a separate machine for analysis. Which of the following physical tools would best accomplish this task?

Answer options

• A. Toner probe
• B. Wi-Fi analyzer
• C. Network tap
• D. Loopback plug

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, Network tap, because it allows for the interception of network traffic without disrupting the original flow, enabling analysis on a separate machine. The other options do not provide the necessary capability for promiscuous traffic routing; for instance, a Toner probe is used for tracing cables, a Wi-Fi analyzer focuses on wireless networks, and a Loopback plug is meant for testing ports and not traffic analysis.