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What protocol provides remote graphical access to Windows servers?

The correct answer is: RDP

The correct answer is B, which identifies the Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) as the protocol that provides remote graphical access to Windows servers. RDP is designed specifically for Windows operating systems, allowing users to remotely connect to other computers and control them as if they were physically present. This involves displaying the graphical interface of the remote desktop on the user's local device, enabling access to applications and files as well as overall system control. RDP operates over TCP/IP and can encrypt traffic to enhance security during remote connections. It is widely used in enterprise environments where centralized access to servers and workstations is necessary for administrative tasks, support, and maintenance. In contrast, the other protocols serve different purposes. SSH (Secure Shell) is primarily used for secure command-line access to UNIX/Linux servers, FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is meant for transferring files between hosts, and SCP (Secure Copy Protocol), which is used for securely transferring files between hosts as well, does not provide graphical access. Thus, RDP is the only option that fulfills the requirement for remote graphical access to Windows servers.