Networking Basics Quiz

What does the acronym "LAN" stand for?

• Large Area Network

• Local Area Network

• Linked Access Node

• Logical Address Network

Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for routing packets between networks?

• Data Link Layer

• Transport Layer

• Network Layer

• Session Layer

What is the default subnet mask for a Class C IP address?

• 255.0.0.0

• 255.255.0.0

• 255.255.255.0

• 255.255.255.255

Which protocol is used to assign IP addresses automatically to devices on a network?

• DNS

• FTP

• DHCP

• SMTP

What is the maximum number of hosts in a Class B network?

• 254

• 65,534

• 16,777,214

• 1,048,576

Which of the following is a valid private IP address range as defined by RFC 1918?

• 172.16.0.0 – 172.31.255.255

• 100.0.0.0 – 100.255.255.255

• 200.168.0.0 – 200.168.255.255

• 128.0.0.0 – 128.255.255.255

What does the acronym "MAC" stand for in networking?

• Managed Access Control

• Media Access Control

• Multiple Address Configuration

• Modular Access Channel

Which port number is associated with the HTTP protocol?

• 21

• 25

• 80

• 443

What type of network topology connects all devices to a single central cable?

• Star Topology

• Ring Topology

• Mesh Topology

• Bus Topology

Which device operates at Layer 2 of the OSI model and uses MAC addresses to forward frames?

• Router

• Switch

• Hub

• Firewall