CompTIA Network+ (N10-007) — Question 102

A network technician is performing a firmware upgrade on a switch. The firmware needs to be downloaded to the device. Which of the following methods should the technician use to retrieve the updated firmware?

Answer options

• A. RDP
• B. SSH
• C. TFTP
• D. Telnet

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, TFTP, as it is a protocol specifically designed for transferring files like firmware updates. RDP and SSH are primarily used for remote access and management, while Telnet is also for remote access but lacks the security features needed for safe firmware updates.