CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) — Question 6

Which of the following servers is used to collect data and information about events from a network-connected host?

Answer options

• A. DNS
• B. Mail
• C. Print
• D. Syslog

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D. Syslog servers are specifically designed to collect and store log data from network devices, making them essential for event monitoring. Options A (DNS), B (Mail), and C (Print) serve entirely different functions and do not have the capability to gather event data from hosts.