An administrator is setting up a framework to support access control on a network device. What type of server is able to control those who are permitted to access a network and track what actions they perform while accessing the network?

For setting up a framework to control who is permitted to access a network and to track their actions while accessing the network, an Authentication Server would be the most appropriate choice.

An authentication server is a type of server used to verify the identity of users by validating their credentials before they access a network resource. It can also keep track of user activities, providing an audit trail of their actions while on the network. This is essential for maintaining network security and for compliance with various regulatory standards.

To briefly describe the other server types:

• DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Server: Assigns IP addresses and other network configurations to devices on a network. It doesn’t handle user authentication or activity tracking.
• DNS (Domain Name System) Server: Translates domain names into IP addresses. It doesn’t involve user authentication or monitoring their activities.
• Print Server: Manages printers and print jobs in a network environment. It has no role in network access control or user activity tracking.