Pearson - Networking Architecture

Which of these permanent storage devices uses a ROM chip? Select one option.

• A Magnetic hard drive

• B Solid state drive

• C Firmware

• D Memory stick

Which of these is a function of the kernel within an operating system? Select one option.

• A Managing networking

• B Provide user applications

• C Managing processes

• D Provide a user interface

Which class does the address 130.1.1.1 belong to? Select one option.

• A Class A

• B Class B

• C Class C

• D Class D

What is the correct subnet mask for a 202.168.10.10/26 address range? Select one option.

• 255.255.255.192

• 255.255.225.0

• 255.255.10.192

• 255.255.0.0

What is the purpose of a wireless router? Select one option.

• To reduce the risk of file corruption

• To increase internet connection speed

• To send data packets to correct addresses

• To encrypt email communications

Which type of cable should an OTDR be used to test? Select one option.

• Cat 5

• Fibre optic

• Coaxial

• Twisted pair

What is the primary function of a server in a network? Select one option.

• To send packets

• To store data

• To prevent unauthorised access

• To connect to the internet

What is the purpose of Active Directory? Select one option.

• To translate domain names to IP addresses

• To store computer and user account information

• To provide IP addresses to systems on a network

• To apply operating system updates on a network

An infrastructure technician is required to send confidential information including usernames and passwords to colleagues. How should they protect this communication? Select one option.

• By using a coaxial cable

• By using a loopback address

• By using personal email

• By using encryption

An infrastructure technician is working on a computer that has failed to connect to the internet. How should they check if the problem is with the router? Select one option.

• Ping the loopback address

• Ping the broadcast address

• Ping the default gateway

• Ping the local host