Computer Networking Quiz

Which of the following protocols is used for securely transferring files over a network?

• HTTP

• FTP

• SMTP

• SNMP

What device is used to connect multiple computers together within a local area network (LAN)?

• Router

• Modem

• Switch

• Firewall

Which network topology connects each device in a daisy-chain fashion?

• Star

• Bus

• Ring

• Mesh

Which of the following is a characteristic of a peer-to-peer network?

• Centralized administration

• Each device can act as both a client and a server

• High security

• Typically used in large organizations

Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for logical addressing and routing?

• Data Link Layer

• Network Layer

• Transport Layer

• Application Layer

What protocol is used for sending email over the Internet?

• SMTP

• FTP

• DHCP

• HTTP

What is the maximum theoretical speed of a Gigabit Ethernet connection?

• 100 Gbps

• 1 Gbps

• 100 Mbps

• 10 Gbps

In which network topology does each device have a dedicated connection to every other device?

• Mesh

• Star

• Ring

• Bus

Which device is used to connect multiple network segments and forward data packets between them based on MAC addresses?

• Switch

• Repeater

• Router

• Hub

What distinguishes haft duplex from full duplex in networking?

• Haft duplex supports only half the data speed of full duplex

• Haft duplex is a type of network cable technology

• Haft duplex supports simultaneous data transmission in both directions

• Haft duplex allows data transmission in one direction at a time