Networking Systems Quiz

What is the primary function of a router in a computer network?

• To store data

• To provide wireless connectivity

• To direct traffic between different networks

• To protect against malware

Which of the following is a valid IPv4 address?

• 192.300.1.1

• 256.100.50.25

• 192.168.1.1

• 172.16.500.1

What does the term "bandwidth" refer to in networking?

• The storage capacity of a network

• The maximum transmission capacity of a device

• The speed at which data is downloaded from the internet

• The amount of data that can be transmitted in a fixed amount of time

Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for providing error-free communication across a network?

• Application Layer

• Presentation Layer

• Transport Layer

• Network Layer

What is the primary purpose of a firewall in a computer network?

• To increase the speed of the network

• To manage network traffic

• To prevent unauthorized access

• To connect different types of networks

Which protocol is used for securely transferring files over the internet?

• HTTP

• FTP

• SFTP

• SMTP

What does DHCP stand for and what is its purpose?

• Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol; it assigns static IP addresses to devices on a network

• Direct Host Control Protocol; it monitors and controls devices on a network

• Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol; it assigns dynamic IP addresses to devices on a network

• Direct Host Configuration Protocol; it configures hosts directly without a server

Which of the following is a characteristic of a mesh network topology?

• Devices are connected to a central hub

• Devices are connected in a linear sequence

• Each device is connected to several other devices

• There is a single point of communication for all devices

What is the main function of the TCP/IP model?

• To provide guidelines for digital communication

• To define how data is formatted for transmission

• To ensure secure data transfer

• To facilitate interoperability between different networking technologies

In which layer of the OSI model do switches operate?

• Physical Layer

• Data Link Layer

• Network Layer

• Transport Layer