Understanding Network Devices

What is the primary function of a network interface card (NIC)? A) To connect multiple devices to the internet B) To transmit data between devices on a network C) To provide wireless connectivity D) To manage network traffic

• D) To manage network traffic

• C) To provide wireless connectivity

• B) To transmit data between devices on a network

• A) To connect multiple devices to the internet

Which device is responsible for providing wireless connectivity in a network? A) Router B) Network Interface Card C) Wireless Access Point D) Switch

• Modem

• Repeater

• C) Wireless Access Point

• Firewall

What role does a router play in a computer network? A) It connects devices to a local area network (LAN) B) It manages data transmission between different networks C) It amplifies wireless signals D) It stores data for network devices

• D) It manages user authentication

• A) It connects devices to the internet

• C) It amplifies wired signals

• B) It manages data transmission between different networks

Which of the following devices is NOT typically used in computer networking? A) Network Interface Card B) Wireless Access Point C) Monitor D) Router

• Scanner

• Printer

• Projector

• C) Monitor

What is the main purpose of a wireless access point? A) To connect wired devices B) To extend the range of a wireless network C) To provide a connection point for wireless devices D) To manage network security

• A) To connect wired devices

• B) To extend the range of a wireless network

• D) To manage network security

• C) To provide a connection point for wireless devices

What does a switch do in a network? A) It connects multiple devices within the same network B) It provides internet access C) It encrypts data D) It acts as a firewall

• C) It manages network traffic

• B) It provides wireless connectivity

• D) It acts as a router

• A) It connects multiple devices within the same network

Which layer of the OSI model does a network interface card operate on? A) Application Layer B) Transport Layer C) Data Link Layer D) Network Layer

• F) Session Layer

• G) Presentation Layer

• C) Data Link Layer

• E) Physical Layer

What is the primary purpose of a modem in a network? A) To connect devices to a LAN B) To convert digital signals to analog signals C) To manage network traffic D) To provide wireless connectivity

• B) To convert digital signals to analog signals

• D) To provide wireless connectivity

• C) To manage network traffic

• A) To connect devices to a LAN

Which of the following is a common protocol used in networking? A) HTTP B) HTML C) CSS D) XML

• IMAP

• FTP

• SMTP

• A) HTTP

What is the function of DHCP in a network? A) To assign IP addresses to devices B) To manage network security C) To provide a connection to the internet D) To monitor network traffic

• G) To provide DNS services

• F) To route traffic between networks

• E) To encrypt network data

• A) To assign IP addresses to devices