Network Devices Quiz

What is the primary function of a router in a network?

• Connect multiple devices within the same local network

• Provide wireless connectivity to devices

• Forward data between different networks

• Broadcast data to all connected devices

What is the primary purpose of a hub in a network?

• Segment a network into smaller subnetworks

• Control network traffic

• Broadcast (send out) data to all connected devices

• Provide wireless connectivity

Which smart network device connects multiple computers within the same local network and uses MAC addresses to forward data?

• Hub

• Switch

• Router

• Modem

What device helps protect a network from external threats and unauthorized access?

• Router

• Hub

What is the primary function of NAT (Network Address Translation) in a router?

• It translates domain names to IP addresses.

• It assigns IP addresses to devices on a local network.

• It maps multiple private IP addresses to a single public IP address for access to the internet.

• It blocks incoming network traffic.

What is the primary purpose of a firewall in a network?

• Translate domain names to IP addresses

• Block unauthorized access and protect against threats

• Connect wireless devices

• Route data between networks

What does DHCP stand for in networking?

• Domain Host Control Protocol

• Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol

• Data Handling and Control Protocol

• Domain Host Configuration Protocol

Which technology allows multiple devices to share a single public IP address?

• NAT (Network Address Resolution Protocol)

• DHCP

• IP

• Router

Do all devices connected to the internet have an IP address?

• Yes

• No

Is a MAC address specific to a device regardless of whether it is connected to the internet, or does it require an internet connection to be assigned?

• Related to the device

• Related to the Internet