ISC2 CC Network Security Practice Question
A company wants to host a public-facing web server and an email server while protecting the internal network. Which network architecture is best suited for this purpose?
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
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DMZ
A DMZ (demilitarized zone) is a segmented network that sits between the internet and the internal network, hosting public-facing servers while allowing controlled access from both sides.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Subnetting
Why it's wrong here
Subnetting divides IP space but does not define security zones.
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Full mesh topology
Why it's wrong here
Full mesh provides redundancy but not security segmentation.
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Virtual LAN (VLAN)
Why it's wrong here
VLANs segment traffic at Layer 2 but do not inherently create a DMZ.
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DMZ
Why this is correct
DMZ is designed to host public-facing services securely.
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