CompTIA Network+ (N10-008) — Question 617

Users report that a database server responds slowly or drops connections to other servers at random during busy times. A technician notices the database and servers are connected to an access switch in the office. Which of the following should the technician do to improve the performance of the database server?

Answer options

• A. Use different ports on the access switch.
• B. Implement LACP on the connection to the database server.
• C. Move the cable connection for users to the same switch as the database server.
• D. Move the server connection from the access switch to the core switch.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

Implementing LACP (Link Aggregation Control Protocol) allows for better load balancing and redundancy for the connection to the database server, which can significantly enhance performance during high traffic periods. The other options, while they may seem beneficial, do not address the underlying issue of bandwidth and load distribution that LACP specifically targets.