CompTIA Network+ (N10-007) — Question 413

A network technician downloaded new firmware for the company firewall. Which of the following should the network technician verify to ensure the downloaded file is correct and complete?

Answer options

• A. File hash
• B. File date
• C. File type
• D. File size

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, as verifying the file hash ensures that the file has not been altered and matches the expected checksum. The other options, while potentially useful, do not guarantee the integrity of the file; file date, type, and size do not confirm that the content is correct.