CompTIA Network+ Quiz

What is the primary function of a Network Operating System (NOS)?

• To control access to network resources

• To provide hardware support

• To manage user accounts only

• To enhance physical security

Which of the following is a disadvantage of a peer-to-peer network model?

• Not practical for large installations

• Increased security

• High scalability

• Centralized control

You're reviewing the structured cabling setup at your company's new branch. You notice that cables from all departments lead back to one central room. Which design principle is this based on?

• Bus topology

• Star topology

• Mesh topology

• Ring topology

Which protocol is used to send email to a recipient's email server?

• HTTP

• DNS

• FTP

• SMTP

In a client-server model, what is the role of the client?

• To manage network resources

• To request data or services from the server

• To control user access

• To provide centralized security

Which type of documentation provides a graphical overview of a network’s physical or logical layout, including devices and connections?

• Rack diagram

• Network diagram

• Wiring schematic

• Floor plan

Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for addressing and routing data packets to the correct network destination?

• Data link layer

• Network layer

• Transport layer

• Application layer

What is the purpose of grounding yourself before handling computer components?

• To enhance connectivity

• To ensure data integrity

• To prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD)

• To improve performance

You’re about to install cabling above the ceiling tiles in a commercial building. To comply with safety regulations, what kind of cable should you use?

• Plenum-rated

• Shielded

• Fiber-optic

• PVC-coated

What is the first step in the seven-step troubleshooting model?

• Identify the problem and its symptoms

• Establish a theory of probable cause

• Implement the solution

• Document findings