Quiz on Protocols

What do protocols ensure when devices and software are from different manufacturers?

• They will not work together

• They will work together

• They will become incompatible

• They will require more power

Which of the following is a protocol rule related to data transfer?

• Device color

• Speed of transmission

• Software version

• Device size

What is NOT a function of protocols?

• Ensuring devices work together

• Defining device color

• Setting error checking methods

• Determining speed of transmission

What is the purpose of a MAC address in a network?

• To encrypt data

• To identify devices

• To increase speed

• To reduce interference

What does the term "LAN" stand for?

• Local Area Network

• Large Area Network

• Long Area Network

• Light Area Network

Which of the following is true about Ethernet protocol?

• It is used for global networks

• It is used for local networks

• It is used for wireless networks

• It is used for satellite networks

What is the main purpose of TCP/IP?

• To communicate across the Internet and other networks

• To control hardware devices

• To manage software applications

• To encrypt data

Which protocol is used for splitting data into packets?

• TCP

• IP

• HTTP

• FTP

What does each number in an IPv4 address represent?

• A byte

• A kilobyte

• A megabyte

• A gigabyte

What is the maximum value for each number in an IPv4 address?

• 100

• 200

• 255

• 300