Midterm Examination 1.2 (Computer Network)

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

• Managing network security

• Providing wireless connectivity

• Filtering network traffic

• Connecting different networks

What is the purpose of a network switch?

• Transmitting radio signals

• Providing network time synchronization

• Encrypting data packets

• Managing physical networks

What is the role of LAN cards in a network?

• Optimizing network performance

• Managing network authentication

• Providing file storage services

• Connecting devices to the network

What is the function of a wireless router?

• Distributing data through radio signals

• Securing network connections

• Managing network configurations

• Monitoring network traffic

What is the purpose of network cables?

• Connecting devices to the network

• Ensuring network security

• Providing network time synchronization

• Connecting devices to the internet

What do firewalls do in a network?

• Provide network services

• Encrypt network data

• Manage network hardware

• Control incoming and outgoing network traffic

What role do servers play in a network?

• Offer specific services to other devices

• Manage network security

• Provide network connectivity

• Control network routing

What is the function of modems in a network?

• Control network traffic

• Enable communication with the internet service provider

• Manage network configurations

• Encrypt network data

What is the purpose of IP address assignment in a network?

• Identifying and communicating with devices

• Providing network time synchronization

• Optimizing network performance

• Securing network connections

What does the Domain Name System (DNS) do?

• Control network routing

• Encrypt data packets

• Manage network authentication

• Translate human-readable domain names into IP addresses