COMPTIA A+ Practice Exam

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Which NBTStat switch lists NetBIOS names for the local computer?

-n
-a
-A
-c

The correct answer is: -n

The switch that lists NetBIOS names for the local computer is -n. When you use the NBTStat command with this switch, it provides a display of the NetBIOS name table, which includes the local machine's NetBIOS names and their associated status. This is particularly useful for troubleshooting network issues or verifying the local computer's NetBIOS configuration. Other options serve different purposes: the -a switch is used to retrieve the NetBIOS name table of a remote computer by specifying its address, while the -A switch allows you to do the same but using the computer's IP address in a fully qualified way. The -c switch displays the contents of the NetBIOS name cache, showing resolved names that have been cached. Understanding these distinctions is essential for effective network management and troubleshooting.