CompTIA Network+ (N10-008) — Question 217

A technician is deploying a new SSID for an industrial control system. The control devices require the network to use encryption that employs TKIP and a symmetrical password to connect. Which of the following should the technician configure to ensure compatibility with the control devices?

Answer options

• A. WPA2-Enterprise
• B. WPA-Enterprise
• C. WPA-PSK
• D. WPA2-PSK

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, WPA-PSK, because it supports TKIP encryption and requires a pre-shared key for authentication, which aligns with the requirements of the control devices. WPA2-Enterprise and WPA-Enterprise do not use TKIP as a primary encryption method, and WPA2-PSK mandates stronger protocols that may not be compatible with older devices requiring TKIP.