Windows Server Administration Fundamentals — Question 83
What is the name for a stand-alone digital storage system connected directly to a server or workstation HBA?
Answer options
- A. Small Computer System Interface (SCSI)
- B. Direct Attached Storage (DAS)
- C. Network Attached Storage (NAS)
- D. Storage Area Network (SAN)
Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is A, Small Computer System Interface (SCSI), which is a standard for connecting and transferring data between devices like storage and servers. The other options refer to different types of storage solutions: B, Direct Attached Storage (DAS) is indeed a type of storage but not specifically SCSI; C, Network Attached Storage (NAS) connects via a network; and D, Storage Area Network (SAN) is a dedicated network for block storage, not directly attached.