CompTIA Network+ (N10-007) — Question 539

A customer wants to install a network that can utilize 802.1X authentication protocols. The customer uses a Windows laptop and does not want to install any additional software; therefore, a technician needs to configure the network to work with what is available natively. Which of the following should the technician configure for the 802.1X network?

Answer options

• A. PEAP
• B. LDAP
• C. EAP-FAST
• D. NAC

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, LDAP, as it can be used for authentication and is supported natively on Windows without needing additional software. Options A, C, and D involve protocols or systems that may require additional configurations or software installations that the client wishes to avoid.