Networking Fundamentals Quiz

What is the primary function of a Network Interface Card (NIC)?

• To connect a computer to a printer

• To turn binary data into an electrical signal for network access

• To store MAC addresses of devices

• To connect a device to the internet

Which of the following is true about a Media Access Control (MAC) address?

• It is assigned by the Internet Service Provider (ISP)

• It changes each time you connect to a different network

• It uniquely identifies a device on a network

• It is based on 32 bits

What distinguishes an IPv4 address from an IPv6 address?

• IPv4 uses hexadecimal digits, while IPv6 uses decimal digits

• IPv4 is 32-bit, while IPv6 is 128-bit

• IPv4 is for private networks, while IPv6 is for public networks

• IPv4 addresses are static, while IPv6 addresses are dynamic

Which of the following components is typically included in a data packet header?

• MAC address of the sender

• Physical location of the sender

• Sender’s IP address

• Packet creation timestamp

What is the main advantage of using a switch over a hub in a network?

• A switch reduces network traffic by sending data only to the intended device

• A switch increases network traffic for better speed

• A switch broadcasts data to all connected devices

• A switch does not require a MAC address to function

Which device is used to connect two Local Area Networks (LANs) that use the same protocol?

• Router

• Hub

• Switch

• Bridge

What does a router use to determine the path of data packets across networks?

• MAC address

• IP address

• URL address

• DNS server

Which technology allows for wireless communication with a maximum range of about 30 meters and is often used for low-bandwidth applications?

• Wi-Fi

• Bluetooth

• NFC

• Zigbee

What is a primary advantage of cloud computing?

• Data is only accessible from a single device

• Unlimited storage capacity at no cost

• Ability to access data from any device with internet access

• Guaranteed 100% data security

Which of the following is a security concern associated with cloud computing?

• The inability to access data remotely

• The high cost of cloud services

• The potential for data loss due to hacking or corruption

• The limited storage capacity available