Describe a network protocol : Home Network and SOHO network

The video tutorial explains the basics of home networking, focusing on how routers connect devices to the internet. It describes the role of routers in forwarding data and making decisions based on criteria like distance and cost. The tutorial also covers the concept of SOHO networks, where routers and switches are used to connect multiple devices, both wired and wirelessly, to the internet.

What type of connection allows devices like laptops and desktops to access the internet at home?

• Broadband connection

• Fiber optic connection

• Satellite connection

• Dial-up connection

What is the primary role of a router in a network?

• To create a backup of data

• To forward data to the correct destination

• To provide power to devices

• To store data

How do routers determine the best path for data?

• By random selection

• By the size of the data

• By user preference

• Based on distance or cost of a route

In a small office or home office environment, what device is often connected to a router to expand connectivity?

• Modem

• Switch

• Repeater

• Firewall

What is a common feature of routers in home environments regarding connectivity?

• They can only connect to one device at a time

• They require manual configuration for each device

• They provide wireless connectivity

• They only support wired connections