CompTIA Network+ (N10-008) — Question 454
A network administrator is investigating reports about network performance and finds high utilization on a switch uplink. The administrator is unsure whether this is an anomaly or normal behavior that will require an upgrade to resolve. Which of the following should the administrator reference to gain historical perspective?
Answer options
- A. Device configuration review
- B. ARP table export
- C. Service-level agreement
- D. Network performance baseline
Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is D, as a Network performance baseline provides historical data on network utilization, allowing the administrator to determine if the current high usage is typical or an anomaly. The other options, such as A and B, do not provide historical performance data, while C pertains to expected service levels rather than actual performance metrics.