CompTIA Network+ (N10-009) — Question 257

A network administrator is conducting an assessment and found network devices that do not meet standards. Which of the following configurations is considered a set of rules that devices should adhere to?

Answer options

• A. Production
• B. Backup
• C. Candidate
• D. Golden

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, Golden, as it refers to a baseline configuration that devices should follow to ensure compliance and security. The other options do not represent a set of rules; Production refers to the live environment, Backup relates to data recovery, and Candidate is typically a configuration under consideration but not finalized.