Networking and Data Communication Quiz

Which network type does NOT use centralised authentication and instead allows each machine to be self-managed?

Domain refers to a collection of computers, devices and resources that are managed under a common set of rules and policies. Which aspect of domains supports large-scale networks, making them ideal for enterprises with a big number of users and devices spread over various physical locations, allowing for centralised network administration?

A network segment enhances network performance and security. Which network device connects multiple network segments together at the data link layer (Layer 2) of the OSI model?

VLANs are used to logically partition a network into smaller broadcast domains, resulting in improved network management, security and performance. Which method is used to route network traffic between distinct virtual LANs (VLANs) on a network?

Which layer of the OSI model is largely responsible for MAC addresses and layer 2 switching?

Which internet protocol suite does NOT create a connection prior to data transmission and does not guarantee delivery or order of delivery?

PC-A has an IPv4 address of 172.16.10.70 with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.224. What is the network address for PC-A?

Which flag is used with the netstat command to display numerical addresses rather than resolve them to host names?

Routing protocols ensure data packets are efficiently and reliably delivered to their intended destinations. Which routing protocol uses the distance vector algorithm?

Which DNS resource record types identifies authoritative name servers?