Switched Network Concepts Quiz

What is the primary purpose of a LAN?

• To connect devices within a limited geographical area for communication and resource sharing.

• To enhance security by isolating devices from each other.

• To provide internet access to remote locations.

• To connect devices across different countries for global communication.

Define VLAN and its significance in network design.

• A VLAN is a protocol used for routing data between different networks.

• A VLAN is a type of firewall that secures network traffic.

• A VLAN is a logical network segment that improves efficiency, security, and management in network design.

• A VLAN is a physical network device that connects multiple networks.

What are the main features of a switch?

• IP address assignment

• Main features of a switch include MAC address learning, frame forwarding, support for VLANs, collision domain separation, and traffic management.

• Network address translation

• Wireless connectivity

Explain the concept of switching domains.

• Switching domains involves the physical relocation of a system's hardware.

• Switching domains is about maintaining the same context in different environments.

• Switching domains is the process of changing the context or environment in which a system operates.

• Switching domains refers to the process of increasing system performance.

What is the role of Spanning Tree Protocol in a network?

• The role of Spanning Tree Protocol in a network is to prevent loops and ensure a loop-free topology.

• To assign IP addresses to devices in the network.

• To enhance network speed by increasing bandwidth.

• To provide encryption for data transmission.

Describe the function of DHCP in a network.

• DHCP provides firewall protection for devices.

• DHCP is used to secure network connections.

• DHCP assigns IP addresses and network configuration automatically to devices in a network.

• DHCP manages network traffic and bandwidth.

How does VLAN segmentation improve network performance?

• VLAN segmentation increases broadcast traffic and slows down the network.

• VLAN segmentation has no impact on network performance.

• VLAN segmentation only improves security, not performance.

• VLAN segmentation reduces broadcast traffic and isolates network segments, improving overall network performance.

What is the Dynamic Trunking Protocol used for?

• To establish secure connections between routers.

• To manage IP address assignments in a network.

• Dynamic Trunking Protocol is used for negotiating trunk links between switches.

• To monitor network traffic for performance issues.

List some common security concerns in LANs.

• Unauthorized access, Data interception, Malware infections, Insufficient network segmentation

• Strong password policies

• Regular software updates

• Network performance monitoring

What is switch port security and how is it implemented?

• Switch port security is a network security feature that limits the number of MAC addresses on a switch port to enhance security.

• Switch port security is used to configure VLANs on a switch port.

• Switch port security is a feature that only monitors traffic without limiting MAC addresses.

• Switch port security allows unlimited MAC addresses on a switch port.