CompTIA N10-009 Question Answer
Which of the following services runs on port 636?
SMTP
Syslog
TFTP
LDAPS
LDAP over SSL (LDAPS) uses port 636 to provide secure, encrypted authentication for directory services.
Breakdown of Options:
A. SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) – Uses port 25, not 636.
B. Syslog – Uses port 514 (UDP), not 636.
C. TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol) – Uses port 69 (UDP), not 636.
D. LDAPS (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol Secure) – ✅ Correct answer. Uses port 636 for secure directory authentication.
TESTED 20 Sep 2025
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