NOCTI - Computer Network Fundamentals - Pilot

Which method is used to connect devices in a network?

• Wireless

• Wired

• Both A and B

• Neither A nor B

What is the purpose of a Network Interface Card (NIC)?

• To connect a computer to a network

• To store data

• To process graphics

• To manage power supply

What is the primary use of twisted pair cables?

• Networking

• Cooking

• Painting

• Gardening

Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for routing?

• Network

• Transport

• Session

• Application

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

• To direct data packets

• To store data

• To process graphics

• To manage power supply

Identify the type of network device used to connect multiple networks: _________.

• Router

• Switch

• Hub

• Repeater

Identify the type of cable used for high-speed data transmission: _________.

• A) Fiber optic

• B) Twisted pair

• C) Coaxial

• D) All of the above

Recognize and implement basic router operations and configurations. Which of the following is a basic router operation?

• Data encryption

• Packet forwarding

• Virus scanning

• User authentication

Fill in the blank: A switch operates at the ______ layer of the OSI model.

• A) Network

• B) Data Link

• C) Transport

• D) Application

Demonstrate familiarity with various protocols and architecture terminology. Which of the following is a network protocol?

• HTTP

• HTML

• CSS

• XML