CompTIA Network+ (N10-008) — Question 592

A technician is troubleshooting a computer issue for a user who works in a new annex of an office building. The user is reporting slow speeds and intermittent connectivity. The computer is connected via a Cat 6 cable to a distribution switch that is 492ft (150m) away. Which of the following should the technician implement to correct the issue?

Answer options

• A. Increase the bandwidth allocation to the computer.
• B. Install an access switch in the annex and run fiber to the distribution switch.
• C. Run a Cat 7 cable from the computer to the distribution switch.
• D. Enable the computer to support jumbo frames.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because installing an access switch and using fiber can handle longer distances and higher speeds, addressing the connectivity issues. Options A and D do not resolve the underlying distance problem, while C would not be effective since it still relies on the existing infrastructure limitations.