A network technician is configuring a new firewall for placement into an existing network
infrastructure. The existing network is connected to the Internet by a broadband connection. Which
of the following represents the BEST location for the new firewall?

A.
The firewall should be placed between the Internet connection and the local network.

B.
The firewall should be placed inside the local network.

C.
The firewall should be placed between the broadband connection and the Internet.

D.
The firewall should be placed in the Internet cloud.