Networking ConceptsQuestion 19 of 100
What is the purpose of a default gateway on a host's IP configuration?
a.To resolve domain names into IP addresses
b.To assign IP addresses to other hosts
c.To forward traffic destined for remote networks
d.To encrypt outbound traffic automatically
Explanation
The default gateway is the router interface a host uses to reach destinations outside its local subnet. Without it, a host can only communicate on its own network. Traffic for remote networks is sent to the gateway for further routing.
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