Networking Basics Quiz

What is the primary function of a network interface controller?

• To connect a device to a network

• To assign IP addresses

• To transmit data as light

• To prevent internal interference

What do switches use to transmit data between devices on a LAN?

• IP addresses

• MAC addresses

• Radio waves

• Hexadecimal digits

What is the role of routers in a network?

• To assign IP addresses and forward packets

• To transmit data as light

• To prevent internal interference

• To connect devices wirelessly

What is required to set up a wireless network?

• A WAP (wireless access point)

• A network interface controller

• A fibre optic cable

• A CAT5 cable

What type of cable is commonly used in a LAN?

• Serial cable

• Coaxial cable

• Fibre optic cable

• CAT5 (Ethernet) cable

What is a characteristic of fibre optic cables?

• They are inexpensive

• They are used for short distances

• They suffer from interference

• They transmit data as light

What is the bit length of an IPv4 address?

• 16 bit

• 64 bit

• 32 bit

• 128 bit

How are IPv6 addresses formatted?

• 4 pairs of binary digits separated by commas

• 6 pairs of hex digits separated by colons

• 8 groups of 4 hexadecimal digits separated by colons

• 4 sets of denary numbers separated by full stops

What is the primary use of MAC addresses?

• To identify devices on a network

• To transmit data as light

• To connect to the internet

• To assign IP addresses

What is the main advantage of fibre optic cables over copper cables?

• Lower cost

• Higher performance and no signal loss

• More flexibility

• Easier installation