CompTIA Network+ (N10-008) — Question 109

A packet is assigned a value to ensure it does not traverse a network indefinitely. Which of the following BEST represents this value?

Answer options

• A. Zero Trust
• B. Planned obsolescence
• C. Time to live
• D. Caching

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is 'Time to live' (TTL), which is specifically designed to limit the lifespan of a packet in a network by decrementing its value as it passes through routers. Other options like 'Zero Trust' and 'Planned obsolescence' do not pertain to packet management, while 'Caching' relates to storing data for quick access, not to packet traversal limits.