Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)

Question 1

What is SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)?

Answer 1

An Internet protocol used to monitor and manage network devices

Question 2

What is an SNMP Manager?

Answer 2

A central system that collects and processes information from managed devices

Question 3

What are SNMP Agents?

Answer 3

Networked devices that send information about themselves to the manager

Question 4

What does SNMP Versions 1 and 2 offer?

Answer 4

Use plain-text community strings for access, making them less secure

Question 5

What does SNMP Version 3 offer?

Answer 5

Offers enhanced security features including Integrity, Authentication, and Confidentiality