Understanding Network Protocols

What is a network protocol?

• A network protocol is a set of rules for data communication between devices on a network.

• A network protocol is a software application for browsing the internet.

• A network protocol is a type of hardware used in networking.

• A network protocol is a physical cable that connects devices.

Name three common network protocols.

• SSH, Telnet, SNMP

• SMTP, IMAP, POP3

• HTTP, FTP, TCP

• DNS, DHCP, ICMP

What does TCP stand for and what is its purpose?

• Transmission Control Protocol

• Transfer Control Protocol

• Transmission Connection Protocol

• Transmission Communication Protocol

Explain the difference between TCP and UDP.

• UDP is reliable and connection-oriented, while TCP is faster and connectionless.

• TCP and UDP are both connection-oriented protocols with the same reliability.

• TCP is reliable and connection-oriented, while UDP is faster and connectionless.

• TCP is faster and connectionless, while UDP is slower and connection-oriented.

What is the role of the HTTP protocol?

• To encrypt data between clients and servers.

• The role of the HTTP protocol is to enable communication between clients and servers for transferring web content.

• To store web content on the server.

• To manage user authentication for websites.

Describe what FTP is used for.

• FTP is used for creating websites.

• FTP is used for sending emails.

• FTP is used for browsing the internet.

• FTP is used for transferring files between computers over a network.

What does IP stand for in networking?

• Internet Provider

• Internal Protocol

• Interconnected Protocol

• Internet Protocol

What is the purpose of the DNS protocol?

• To translate domain names into IP addresses.

• To store website content on servers.

• To provide security for online transactions.

• To manage email delivery between servers.

How does the SSL/TLS protocol enhance security?

• SSL/TLS provides security by reducing server load.

• SSL/TLS enhances security through encryption, authentication, and data integrity.

• SSL/TLS enhances security by increasing bandwidth.

• SSL/TLS improves security through faster data transfer.

What is the function of the DHCP protocol?

• To dynamically assign IP addresses and network configuration to devices.

• To encrypt network traffic between devices.

• To provide a static IP address to each device.

• To monitor network performance and usage.