CompTIA Network+ (N10-007) — Question 307

A technician is sent to a remote office to set up a device to connect to the Internet. The company standards document requires stateful inspection. Which of the following should the technician install?

Answer options

• A. Router
• B. Multiplayer switch
• C. Firewall
• D. Bridge

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, Firewall, as it is specifically designed to perform stateful inspection, monitoring active connections to enforce security policies. A Router primarily directs traffic but does not provide stateful inspection, a Multiplayer switch is not relevant in this context, and a Bridge is used for connecting network segments but does not offer the necessary security features.