CompTIA Server+ (SK0-005)Security and Disaster RecoveryMedium
A server administrator needs to implement a solution for managing user identities and access privileges across multiple applications and servers within an enterprise network. The solution must support centralized authentication and authorization. Which technology is best suited for this purpose?
- ALDAP
- BSNMP
- CNTP
- DDNS
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Correct answer: A. LDAP
LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) is an industry-standard protocol for accessing and maintaining distributed directory information services. It is widely used for centralized identity and access management, providing authentication and authorization for users across various applications and systems.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is used for network device management, not identity management.
- C. NTP (Network Time Protocol) is used to synchronize computer clocks, not for identity management.
- D. DNS (Domain Name System) translates domain names to IP addresses, not for user identity management.
LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol)
An open, vendor-neutral, industry-standard application protocol for accessing and maintaining distributed directory information services.
- Used for centralized identity and access management.
- Stores user accounts, groups, and network resources.
- Commonly used with Active Directory and OpenLDAP.
Memory trick: LDAP is the phone book for users and their permissions.