CompTIA Network+ Practice Test

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Which function does a Management Information Base (MIB) serve?

It provides a user manual for devices
It compiles most used network protocols
It acts as a database of SNMP data
It stores device firmware versions

The correct answer is: It acts as a database of SNMP data

A Management Information Base (MIB) serves as a database specifically designed to store data that can be monitored and managed through the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). The MIB holds information about the network devices, their configurations, performance metrics, and status. This structured collection of information is hierarchical and consists of different objects that represent various aspects of each device, allowing network administrators to query device information effectively. The MIB acts as a reference to identify how the data can be accessed and manipulated through SNMP, supporting the efficient monitoring and management of network resources. This function is crucial because it enables standardized communication between various network devices and management systems, facilitating monitoring, troubleshooting, and configuration adjustments across a diverse array of hardware from different manufacturers.