A server administrator is bringing a new host online. After the initial OS installation and configuration, the administrator is unable to reach hosts on another subnet. The administrator is able to ping and access other hosts on the same subnet. Which of the following should the administrator check FIRST?
A) Default gateway
B) Netmask
C) DNS A (AAAA) record
D) DNS reverse lookup entry

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The default gateway is responsible for routing traffic from the local subnet to other subnets. If the administrator cannot reach hosts on another subnet, it is likely due to an incorrect or missing default gateway configuration.

A Server Administrator Is Bringing a New Host Online