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Which of the following is the MOST secure and economical
method for connecting a private network over the Internet in
a small- to medium-sized organization?
A. Virtual private network
B. Dedicated line
C. Leased line
D. Integrated services digital network
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Answer: A
The most secure way would be a virtual private network (VPN)
using encryption, authentication and tunneling to allow data
to travel securely from a private network to the Internet.
Choices B, C and D are network connectivity options, which
are normally too expensive to be practical for small- to
medium-sized organizations.
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