Protocols and Port Numbers

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1. Which networking protocol is commonly used for secure file transfer over the internet?

• A) FTP (File Transfer Protocol)
• B) SSH (Secure Shell)
• C) SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol)
• D) HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)

2. You are setting up a small office network and need to ensure secure remote access. Which port should you forward on the router?

• A) Port 20
• B) Port 22
• C) Port 80
• D) Port 443

3. A user reports being unable to access websites. Which protocol should you check to ensure proper web browsing?

• A) TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)
• B) DNS (Domain Name System)
• C) UDP (User Datagram Protocol)
• D) POP3 (Post Office Protocol 3)

4. You are troubleshooting a network connectivity issue and suspect a firewall is blocking traffic. Which port should you open for email traffic?

• A) Port 21
• B) Port 25
• C) Port 53
• D) Port 110

5. Which protocol is commonly used for remote desktop connections?

• A) RDP (Remote Desktop Protocol)
• B) SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)
• C) IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol)
• D) SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol)

6. A user complains of slow internet browsing. Which protocol should you check to ensure efficient web page loading?

• A) HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)
• B) FTP (File Transfer Protocol)
• C) SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)
• D) ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol)

7. Which port is commonly used for secure web browsing?

• A) Port 20
• B) Port 22
• C) Port 80
• D) Port 443

8. A user wants to set up email on their device. Which port should you configure for incoming mail?

• A) 110
• B) 111
• C) 23
• D) 69

9. Which protocol is commonly used for sending and receiving emails?

• A) SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol)
• B) DNS (Domain Name System)
• C) UDP (User Datagram Protocol)
• D) TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)