CompTIA Security+ (SY0-501) — Question 83

An administrator is replacing a wireless router. The configuration of the old wireless router was not documented before it stopped functioning. The equipment connecting to the wireless network uses older legacy equipment that was manufactured prior to the release of the 802.11i standard. Which of the following configuration options should the administrator select for the new wireless router?

Answer options

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, WPA+TKIP, because TKIP is compatible with legacy devices that do not support the newer WPA2 standard. WPA2+TKIP (option D) is also compatible but is not as secure as WPA+TKIP. Options A and B use CCMP, which is not supported by older equipment.