Network OperationsQuestion 49 of 100
What is the primary purpose of establishing a performance baseline for a network?
a.To define normal behavior so anomalies can be detected
b.To permanently cap the maximum throughput of links
c.To replace the need for monitoring tools
d.To assign static IP addresses to servers
Explanation
A baseline captures normal metrics such as utilization, latency, and error rates so that deviations signaling problems can be identified. Comparing current data against the baseline speeds anomaly detection. Baselines should be updated as the network evolves.
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