Network Applications Quiz

What is the purpose of the Domain Name System (DNS)?

• To provide a way for hosts to request the IP address of a specific server

• To enable file transfers between devices

• To store and manage email messages

• To facilitate real-time communication over the internet

Which port is commonly used for HTTP requests?

• Port 53

• Port 80

• Port 110

• Port 143

What is the purpose of the File Transfer Protocol (FTP)?

• To provide a way for hosts to request the IP address of a specific server

• To enable file transfers between devices

• To store and manage email messages

• To facilitate real-time communication over the internet

Which protocol is used by an email client to send messages to its local email server?

• SMTP

• POP3

• IMAP4

• HTTP

Which port is commonly used for POP3 communication?

• Port 53

• Port 80

• Port 110

• Port 143

What is the purpose of Internet Message Access Protocol (IMAP4)?

• To provide a way for hosts to request the IP address of a specific server

• To enable file transfers between devices

• To store and manage email messages

• To facilitate real-time communication over the internet

What is the purpose of text messaging software?

• To provide a way for hosts to request the IP address of a specific server

• To enable file transfers between devices

• To store and manage email messages

• To facilitate real-time communication over the internet

What technology is used for internet telephony?

• SMTP

• FTP

• VoIP

• HTTP

What is the purpose of Voice over IP (VoIP) technology?

• To provide a way for hosts to request the IP address of a specific server

• To enable file transfers between devices

• To store and manage email messages

• To convert analog voice signals into digital data for internet telephony

What is required to make a call to a regular telephone using internet telephony?

• A unique name

• A gateway to access the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN)

• A web-based client

• A social media or information sharing site