Quiz Routing and switching

What is the main purpose of switching in a network?

• To forward data packets from one network to another network.

• To ensure data is transmitted securely over the internet.

• To connect devices within the same network and direct data to the correct destination.

• To manage routing tables in a network.

True or False: A router makes decisions based on IP addresses, while a switch makes decisions based on MAC addresses.

• True

• False

Which statement best describes a characteristic of a switch in a network?

• Switches learn the IP addresses of devices connected to each port.

• Switches create a MAC address table to manage traffic within a local network.

• Switches operate at the network layer of the OSI model.

• Switches are primarily used to route data between different networks.

What is a key property of a routing protocol?

• It connects devices on the same local area network (LAN).

• It defines how routers exchange information to determine the best path to a destination.

• It uses a MAC address table to direct data to the correct device.

• It is used only within small, single-network environments.

True or False: Switching is primarily concerned with directing data between different networks.

• True

• False

True or False: A switch uses MAC addresses to forward data frames to the correct device within a network.

• True

• False

Which of the following best describes a key difference between routing and switching?

• Routing is used within a local network, while switching is used between networks.

• Switching directs data packets across multiple networks, while routing directs data within a single network.

• Routing directs data between different networks, while switching directs data within the same network.

• Both routing and switching are only used in wireless networks.

Which layer of the OSI model does switching primarily operate in, and what type of addresses does it use?

• A. Network layer and IP addresses

• B. Data link layer and MAC addresses

• C. Transport layer and port numbers

• D. Application layer and URL addresses

Which of the following protocols is NOT commonly used for routing?

• A. RIP

• B. OSPF

• C. HTTP

• D. EIGRP

Which property is a major limitation of static routing?

• A. It automatically updates routes if a network change occurs.

• B. It requires manual configuration of each route, which can be complex in large networks.

• C. It uses more bandwidth than dynamic routing.

• D. It can only be used in wireless networks.