LPIC-2 Network Client Management Practice Question
Which directive in ntp.conf enables the NTP server to respond to queries from clients?
⚠ Common exam trap
It's easy for candidates to confuse `server` (which configures the local daemon as a client to an upstream server) with the directive that controls whether the local daemon responds to clients, when in fact `restrict` is the access control mechanism.
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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restrict
The `restrict` directive in ntp.conf controls access to the NTP server, including whether it responds to client queries. By default, NTP servers restrict all access; adding a `restrict` line with the `nomodify` and `notrap` flags (or no restrictive flags) allows clients to query the server. Option C is correct because `restrict` is the directive that explicitly permits or denies NTP queries from clients.
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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broadcast
Why it's wrong here
Enables broadcast mode, not direct client queries.
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peer
Why it's wrong here
Symmetric peering, not client access.
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restrict
Why this is correct
Controls client access via restrict rules.
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server
Why it's wrong here
Specifies upstream time sources, not client access.
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