CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) — Question 451

Which of the following best describes the concept of a DHCP lease?

Answer options

• A. A definition of the scope of addresses to be assigned to a device on the network
• B. A reservation of an IP configuration for a device on the network
• C. A temporary assignment of an IP configuration to a device on the network
• D. A translation of network names to IP addresses for a device on the network

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as a DHCP lease refers to the temporary allocation of an IP address and related configuration to a device for a specified duration. Option A describes the range of addresses that can be assigned, option B refers to a permanent reservation, and option D pertains to DNS functions, which are unrelated to DHCP leases.