Question 961 · 1334 in bank
A network engineer is asked to configure VLANS 2, 3, and 4 for a new implementation. Some ports must be assigned to the new VLANS with unused ports remaining. Which action should be taken for the unused ports?
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Answer: C
Explanation
A black hole VLAN is a virtual LAN that is configured on a network switch, but it is not connected to any device or port. Traffic that is sent to a port in a black hole VLAN is discarded, effectively "sinking" into a "black hole." Black hole VLANs are sometimes used as a security measure to isolate or quarantine certain ports or devices, or to prevent unauthorized access or traffic on a network.
Source: Adapted from community discussion — Phonon