Computer Networking Quiz

What are the basic steps involved in how a computer interprets data?

• Input, Processing, Output, Addressing

• Input, Processing, Output, Encapsulation

• Input, Processing, Output, Networking

• Input, Processing, Output, Storage

Which networking hardware enables computers to connect to networks?

• Bluetooth adapters

• Wireless adapters

• Ethernet adapters

• USB adapters

What is used to route data to the correct destination in computer communication?

• Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)

• User Datagram Protocol (UDP)

• Internet Protocol (IP) addresses

• Media Access Control (MAC) addresses

Which device determines the best path for data packets to reach their destination across different networks?

• Switches

• Modems

• Routers

• Hubs

Which protocol is used for web communication between computers?

• SMTP

• FTP

• HTTP

• POP3

What type of network connects computers within a limited geographic area, such as a home or office?

• PAN

• MAN

• WAN

• LAN

Which technology allows computers to connect to a network without using physical cables?

• NFC

• Bluetooth

• Ethernet

• Wi-Fi

How do computers connect to the internet through modems?

• DSL

• Fiber-optic

• Cable

• All of the above

What do VPNs create to protect data as it travels between computers?

• Antivirus software

• Encrypted tunnels

• Firewalls

• Proxy servers

In which type of network do computers directly communicate with each other without relying on a central server?

• LAN

• P2P

• WAN

• PAN