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A network engineer is deploying 802.1X authentication for a wireless network. The security policy requires mutual authentication between the client and the network using certificates on both ends. Which EAP method should the engineer select?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Good practice is not just finding the correct option. The wrong answers often show the exact trap the exam wants you to fall into.
A
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EAP-MD5
EAP-MD5 is a password-based challenge-response that does not provide mutual authentication or certificate support.
B
Best answer
EAP-TLS
EAP-TLS uses certificates on both the server and client, providing strong mutual authentication.
C
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PEAP
PEAP requires only a server-side certificate; it does not require a client certificate for mutual authentication.
D
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EAP-FAST
EAP-FAST uses a PAC and can support mutual authentication but typically does not require client certificates.
Common exam trap
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
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How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
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FAQ
Questions learners often ask
What does this N10-009 question test?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: EAP-TLS — EAP-TLS (Transport Layer Security) requires both the server and the client to present digital certificates for authentication, providing mutual authentication. PEAP (Protected EAP) only requires a server certificate, with client authentication performed via MSCHAPv2 or other inner methods, not mutual certificate exchange. EAP-MD5 uses passwords and does not support mutual authentication. EAP-FAST uses a protected access credential (PAC) and can provide mutual authentication but does not necessarily require certificates on both ends. Therefore, EAP-TLS is the correct choice when both parties must have certificates.
What should I do if I get this N10-009 question wrong?
Then try more questions from the same exam bank and focus on understanding why the wrong options are tempting.
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