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CLO-002 Management And Technical Operations Practice Question

Which protocol is most commonly used for secure, encrypted remote management of Linux-based virtual machines in the cloud?

Answer choices

Why each option matters

Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.

Correct answer & explanation

SSH

SSH (Secure Shell) is the industry standard for secure remote access to Linux servers.

Answer analysis

Option-by-option breakdown

For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.

  • SSH

    Why this is correct

    SSH provides encrypted communication for remote management.

  • FTP

    Why it's wrong here

    FTP is for file transfer, not system management.

  • HTTP

    Why it's wrong here

    HTTP is for web traffic, not management.

  • Telnet

    Why it's wrong here

    Telnet is unencrypted and insecure.

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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official CompTIA exam blueprint

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