ISC2 CC Network Security Practice Question
An organization wants to separate its internal network from a publicly accessible web server. Which network segmentation technique should be used to isolate the web server while allowing controlled access?
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 network segment that hosts public-facing services and is isolated from the internal network.
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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Honeypot
Why it's wrong here
A honeypot is a decoy to attract attackers, not for hosting legitimate services.
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Subnetting
Why it's wrong here
Subnetting divides IP space but does not inherently provide security isolation.
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DMZ
Why this is correct
Correct. A DMZ isolates public-facing servers from the internal network.
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VLAN
Why it's wrong here
VLANs provide logical segmentation but are typically internal; DMZ is a separate network zone.
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Access Control Fundamentals
Key term
DMZ
A DMZ (demilitarized zone) is a network segment that sits between an internal private network and the public internet, hosting publicly accessible services while keeping the internal network isolated.
Key term
Network segmentation
Network segmentation is the practice of dividing a computer network into smaller, isolated parts to improve performance, contain security threats, and simplify management.
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