In order for network monitoring to work properly, you need a PC and a network card running in what
mode?

A.
Launch

B.
Exposed

C.
Promiscuous

D.
Sweep

Explanation:
Promiscuous mode allows the network card to look at any packet that it sees on the network. This even
includes packets that are not addressed to that network card.
Incorrect Answers:
A, B, D: These options are not valid modes for network cards. For network monitoring to work properly
you require a PC that includes a NIC running in promiscuous mode and monitoring software.

Dulaney, Emmett and Chuck Eastton, CompTIA Security+ Study Guide, 6th Edition, Sybex, Indianapolis,
2014, p. 46