Protocols

The TCP in TCP/IP stands for:

• Transmission Control Protocol

• Transport Communication Protocol

• Transfer Control Protocol

• Transmission Communication Protocol

The protocol primarily used for sending emails over the internet is:

• HTTP

• FTP

• SMTP

• IMAP

The primary function of the IP (Internet Protocol) is to:

• Provide a secure connection between devices

• Route packets of data from source to destination

• Encrypt data for secure transmission

• Manage user access to the network

The protocol used to ensure reliable data transfer in TCP/IP networks is:

• HTTP

• UDP

• FTP

• TCP

The HTTP protocol stands for ______ and its main purpose is ______.

• Hypertext Transfer Protocol; to transfer hypertext documents on the web

• Hyperlink Text Protocol; to create links between web pages

• Hypertext Transmission Protocol; to transmit data securely

• Hyperlink Transfer Protocol; to manage web page links

The function of DNS (Domain Name System) is to:

• Translate domain names to IP addresses

• Provide internet security

• Host websites

• Manage email services

The protocol used for secure web communications is:

• HTTP

• FTP

• SMTP

• HTTPS

The main purpose of the FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is to:

• Transfer files between a client and a server on a computer network

• Securely encrypt data for safe transmission

• Provide a graphical interface for file management

• Monitor network traffic for suspicious activity

UDP stands for ______ and differs from TCP in that it is ______.

• User Datagram Protocol; connectionless and faster

• Universal Data Protocol; connection-oriented and reliable

• User Data Protocol; slower and more secure

• Universal Datagram Protocol; connection-oriented and slower

Which protocol is commonly used to diagnose network issues and test connectivity?

• HTTP

• FTP

• SMTP

• ICMP