CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) — Question 127

A technician is setting up a new SOHO wireless router. According to security best practices, which of the following should the technician do first?

Answer options

• A. Enable encryption.
• B. Assign a static IP.
• C. Change the default password.
• D. Reset the router.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

Changing the default password is crucial because it protects the router from unauthorized access. While enabling encryption and assigning a static IP are important, they should be secondary to changing the default password, which is a fundamental step in securing any network device. Resetting the router may be necessary in some cases but is not a proactive security measure.