CompTIA Network+ Practice Test

What may be included in an asset tag?

1. Warranty expiration date

2. Visible tracking number or RFID

3. Last updated software version

4. Network configuration settings

The correct answer is: Visible tracking number or RFID

An asset tag is typically used to identify and manage company assets, often incorporating specific information that makes tracking easier. A visible tracking number or RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) is a crucial inclusion as it allows for efficient and accurate inventory management. RFID tags can automatically transmit information wirelessly to a reader, making it easier for organizations to keep track of their assets in real-time and reducing human error during inventory checks. While warranty expiration dates, last updated software versions, and network configuration settings are useful pieces of information for an asset, they are generally stored in asset management databases rather than directly on the asset tag itself. Asset tags focus on identifying the asset uniquely and enabling its physical tracking, which is why visible tracking numbers or RFID are primary elements of an asset tag.