Question

question 6
which application layer protocol is used to provide file - sharing and print services to microsoft applications?
smtp
smb
http
dhcp

Explanation:

• SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol): Used for sending emails, not file - sharing or print services.
• SMB (Server Message Block): Specifically designed to provide file - sharing and print services in Microsoft - based networks.
• HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol): For transferring web pages and related content over the web.
• DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol): Assigns IP addresses to devices on a network.

Answer:

B. SMB