CompTIA Network+ (N10-007) — Question 362

A network technician is installing a wireless solution. The solution needs to support new and legacy wireless network clients at the maximum possible speed.
Which of the following wireless standards should the technician install?

Answer options

• A. 802.11a
• B. 802.11ac
• C. 802.11b
• D. 802.11g
• E. 802.11n

Correct answer: E

Explanation

The correct answer is E, 802.11n, as it provides backward compatibility with legacy standards while offering higher throughput compared to them. Options A, B, C, and D either do not support legacy clients or do not deliver the best possible speed for both new and older devices.