IPPM Chapter 2

What is the main purpose of internetworking?

• To connect two similar devices
• To enable communication between different networks
• To transfer data within a LAN
• To perform encryption tasks

Which topology is most suitable for IoT due to its robustness?

• Star
• Ring
• Bus
• Mesh

What is the primary function of the OSI model?

• To provide encryption standards
• To establish a physical link between devices
• To allow system interoperability
• To ensure the security of data

Which OSI layer is responsible for data formatting and encryption?

• Application
• Presentation
• Transport
• Network

At which layer does a router operate in the OSI model?

• Data Link
• Transport
• Network
• Application

What is the primary data unit at the Transport layer in the OSI model?

• Packet
• Frame
• Segment
• Bit

Which device operates at the Data Link layer and forwards data frames based on MAC addresses?

• Router
• Switch
• Hub
• Repeater

What is the purpose of the Physical layer in the OSI model?

• Logical addressing
• Media, signal, and binary transmission
• Frame synchronization
• Path determination

Which of the following is not a physical topology?

• Mesh
• Star
• Cloud
• Ring

What is the function of a gateway device?

• Extend the distance of a network
• Route data based on IP addresses
• Convert protocols between different networks
• Perform MAC address filtering