Computer Network & Local Area Network (LAN)

Which networking device connect segments of a LAN?

• Hub

• Switch

• Bridge

• Router

How many bits does a MAC address have?

• 8

• 16

• 32

• 48

Which of the following network topologies connect each host to all other hosts?

• Bus

• Ring

• Star

• Mesh

Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects 'Throughput' and 'Digital Bandwidth'?

• Number of Users

• Server Computer

• Network Topology

• Type of Data being transferred

Which layer of the OSI model does the router operate?

• Network Layer

• Physical Layer

• Data link Layer

• Transport Layer

A router forwards data packets along networks using:

• logical address

• physical address

• MAC address

• hardware address

State 2 reasons why there is a need for networking?

• Share resources (printers and servers)

• To allow usage of double bandwidth

• Centralized administration and support

• Encrypt information & Data

Answer explanation

Share resources (printers and servers)

Centralized administration and support

Which of the network devices that are used in the "Data Link" OSI layer

• Repeater & Hub

• Bridge & Switch

• Router & PC

• None of the Above

Which of the following does NOT belong to main group of Network Media?

• Copper Media

• Optical Media

• Magnetic Media

• Wireless Media

Which one of the following is NOT a factor to consider when selecting Network Interface?

• Type of Topology

• Type of Network

• Type of Media

• Type of Computer Interface