Computer Networks Quiz

Which networking device is responsible for determining the best path for data packets to travel between networks?

• Switch

• Router

• Hub

• Repeater

Which device filters and forwards packets between LAN segments and operates at the data link layer?

• Router

• Switch

• Hub

• Bridge

What is a common connection point for devices in a network?

• Router

• Switch

• Hub

• Repeater

Which device regenerates or replicates a signal in a network?

• Router

• Switch

• Hub

• Repeater

What device connects two local-area networks (LANs) or two segments of the same LAN?

• Router

• Switch

• Bridge

• Repeater

What is a group of computers and connected devices that share a common communication line called?

• WAN

• LAN

• MAN

• PAN

Which protocol enables a computer to communicate with other computers in the network?

• IPv6

• DNS

• TCP/IPv4

• DHCP

What is the default IP Address for LAN settings?

• 192.168.0.1

• 255.255.255.0

• 192.168.1.1

• 10.0.0.1

Which protocol automatically assigns IP addresses to devices on a network?

• IPv6

• DNS

• TCP/IPv4

• DHCP

Which type of network location is designed for home networks where you trust all devices?

• Work Network

• Public Network

• Home Network

• Domain Network