LPIC-2 Network Client Management Practice Question
Which TWO tools can be used to configure network interfaces on a Linux system?
⚠ Common exam trap
Candidates often confuse `ifconfig` as a valid configuration tool because of its historical use, but the LPIC-2 exam expects knowledge that it is deprecated and that `ip` and `nmcli` are the correct modern tools.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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nmcli
A is correct because `nmcli` is the command-line tool for controlling NetworkManager, which is the standard service for managing network interfaces on modern Linux distributions. It allows you to create, modify, and activate or deactivate network connections, making it a primary tool for interface configuration.
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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nmcli
Why this is correct
nmcli is the command-line tool for NetworkManager, widely used for network configuration.
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route
Why it's wrong here
route is deprecated; use ip route instead.
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ip
Why this is correct
ip is the modern tool for network interface configuration.
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ifconfig
Why it's wrong here
ifconfig is deprecated and not recommended for new configurations.
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netstat
Why it's wrong here
netstat is for network statistics, not configuration.
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