Network SecurityQuestion 66 of 100
Which authentication framework provides port-based network access control, often used with RADIUS for wired and wireless clients?
a.802.11ac
b.802.3af
c.802.1X
d.802.1Q
Explanation
IEEE 802.1X provides port-based network access control, requiring clients to authenticate, often against a RADIUS server, before gaining network access. It is widely used for both wired ports and wireless networks. This prevents unauthorized devices from connecting.
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