Day 1 - Pre Course Test

Objective 1.1: Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and terminating connections between applications?

• Application layer

• Transport layer

• Network layer

• Session layer

Answer explanation

The Session layer of the OSI model is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and terminating connections between applications.

Objective 1.1

Day 2 material

https://partners.comptia.org/docs/default-source/resources/comptia-network-n10-008-exam-objectives-(2-0)

Objective 1.1: In which layer of the OSI model do switches and bridges operate?

• Physical layer

• Data Link layer

• Network layer

• Transport layer

Answer explanation

Switches and bridges operate at the Data Link layer of the OSI model, where they perform frame forwarding and filtering based on MAC addresses.

Objective 1.1

Day 2 material

https://partners.comptia.org/docs/default-source/resources/comptia-network-n10-008-exam-objectives-(2-0)

Objective 1.1: Which encapsulation protocol is commonly used in virtual private network (VPN) implementations?

• HTTP

• SSL/TLS

• PPP

• UDP

Answer explanation

PPP is commonly used in VPN implementations for encapsulating and encrypting data over a network connection.

Objective 1.1

Day 2 material

https://partners.comptia.org/docs/default-source/resources/comptia-network-n10-008-exam-objectives-(2-0)

Objective 1.2: Which network topology uses a central connecting point to which all network devices are connected?

• Bus

• Ring

• Star

• Mesh

Answer explanation

In a star topology, all network devices are connected to a central connecting point, such as a switch or hub.

Objective 1.2

Day 1 material

https://partners.comptia.org/docs/default-source/resources/comptia-network-n10-008-exam-objectives-(2-0)

Objective 1.2: Which network type typically covers a small geographic area, such as a single building or campus?

• LAN (Local Area Network)

• WAN (Wide Area Network)

• MAN (Metropolitan Area Network)

• PAN (Personal Area Network)

Answer explanation

LANs typically cover a small geographic area, such as a single building or campus, and are commonly used for internal communication within an organization.

Objective 1.2

Day 1 material

https://partners.comptia.org/docs/default-source/resources/comptia-network-n10-008-exam-objectives-(2-0)

Objective 1.2: What is a characteristic of a mesh network topology?

• Low fault tolerance

• Centralized control

• Redundant paths

• Limited scalability

Answer explanation

Mesh network topologies provide redundant paths between nodes, increasing fault tolerance and reliability.

Objective 1.2

Day 1 material

https://partners.comptia.org/docs/default-source/resources/comptia-network-n10-008-exam-objectives-(2-0)

Objective 1.3: Which cable type is commonly used for long-distance data transmission and is often used in WAN connections?

• Cat 5e

• Cat 6

• Fiber optic

• Coaxial

Answer explanation

Fiber optic cables are commonly used for long-distance data transmission due to their high bandwidth and immunity to electromagnetic interference.

Objective 1.3

Day 4 material

https://partners.comptia.org/docs/default-source/resources/comptia-network-n10-008-exam-objectives-(2-0)

Objective 1.3: Which connector type is commonly used for terminating twisted pair Ethernet cables?

• RJ45

• LC

• ST

• BNC

Answer explanation

RJ45 connectors are commonly used for terminating twisted pair Ethernet cables, providing a reliable connection for networking devices.

Objective 1.3

Day 4 material

https://partners.comptia.org/docs/default-source/resources/comptia-network-n10-008-exam-objectives-(2-0)

Objective 1.3: Which cable type is typically used to connect networking devices within a building or office environment?

• Coaxial

• Fiber optic

• Cat 5e

• HDMI

Answer explanation

Cat 5e cables are commonly used for connecting networking devices within a building or office environment due to their affordability and performance.

Objective 1.3

Day 4 material

https://partners.comptia.org/docs/default-source/resources/comptia-network-n10-008-exam-objectives-(2-0)

Objective 1.4: What is the subnet mask for the IP address 192.168.1.0/24?

• 255.255.255.0

• 255.255.0.0

• 255.0.0.0

• 255.255.255.255

Answer explanation

The subnet mask for the IP address 192.168.1.0/24 is 255.255.255.0, indicating that the first 24 bits are used for the network portion.

Objective 1.4

Day 5 material

https://partners.comptia.org/docs/default-source/resources/comptia-network-n10-008-exam-objectives-(2-0)