Networking Cables Quiz

What does UTP stand for?

• Unshielded Twisted Path

• Unshielded Twisted Pair

• Unified Transmission Protocol

• Universal Transfer Port

Which connector is commonly used in UTP cabling?

• RJ11

• USB-C

• RJ45

• HDMI

What is the purpose of a straight-through cable?

• To connect similar devices

• To connect a PC to a router

• To connect a switch to a switch

• To create a wireless connection

What is the function of a crossover cable?

• Connecting unlike devices

• Connecting similar network devices

• Speeding up bandwidth

• Providing wireless signals

Which of the following uses a crossover cable?

• PC to PC

• PC to Switch

• Router to PC

• Switch to Router

What is the main difference between T568A and T568B wiring standards?

• The color coding of the wires

• The speed of data transfer

• The number of pins used

• The type of cable required

How many pins does an RJ45 plug have?

• 6

• 7

• 8

• 10

What is another name for a straight-through cable?

• Patch cable

• Fiber optic cable

• Coaxial cable

• Wireless cable

What type of device is a Network Interface Card (NIC)?

• Hardware

• Software

• A type of cable

• A wireless protocol

Which of the following cables is NOT commonly used in networking?

• UTP

• STP

• Coaxial

• HDMI