How does using the service password-encryption command on a router provide additional security?

How does using the service password-encryption command on a router provide additional
security?

How does using the service password-encryption command on a router provide additional
security?

A.
by encrypting all passwords passing through the router

B.
by encrypting passwords in the plain text configuration file

C.
by requiring entry of encrypted passwords for access to the device

D.
by configuring an MD5 encrypted key to be used by routing protocols to validate routing
exchanges

E.
by automatically suggesting encrypted passwords for use in configuring the router

Explanation:
By using this command, all the (current and future) passwords are encrypted. This command is
primarily useful for keeping unauthorized individuals from viewing your password in your
configuration file



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