Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Practice Exam

In which mode must a user be to execute the command #show running-config?

1. User EXEC

2. Privileged EXEC

3. Global Configuration

4. System Configuration

The correct answer is: Privileged EXEC

To execute the command `show running-config`, a user must be in Privileged EXEC mode. This command displays the current configuration of the device, which includes both the startup configuration and any changes made in the current session. Privileged EXEC mode has elevated permissions that allow users to view detailed information about the device's configuration and status, which is crucial for network management and troubleshooting. In contrast, User EXEC mode restricts users to limited commands, thereby preventing access to sensitive configuration information. Global Configuration and System Configuration modes are used for making changes to the configuration but are not relevant for executing commands that provide information about the running configuration. Therefore, being in Privileged EXEC mode is essential for executing the `show running-config` command successfully.