Networking Devices Quiz

Which networking device is known for its ability to segment LANs and manage network traffic using MAC address filtering?

• Gateway

• Hub

• Bridge

• Switch

Which device is primarily used for connecting two or more LAN segments and preventing loops in network topologies?

• Router

• Switch

• Bridge

• NIC

What is the primary function of Network Interface Cards (NICs)?

• Forwarding data packets between computer networks

• Cable management within a network infrastructure

• Connecting devices to a network

• Translating data between different types of networks

Which networking device converts digital data from computers into analog signals for transmission over analog communication channels?

• Router

• Modem

• Switch

• NIC

Which networking device is used for translating data between different types of networks or protocols?

• Switch

• Hub

• Bridge

• Gateway

Which networking device operates at the network layer (Layer 3) of the OSI model?

• Switch

• Hub

• Router

• Bridge

Which networking device is most commonly used in LANs to provide high-speed and efficient communication between devices?

• Router

• Hub

• Bridge

• Switch

Which networking device is used for managing physical cables within a network infrastructure and facilitates interconnection of various network devices?

• Patch panel

• Modem

• Gateway

• Bridge

In which layer of the OSI model do switches operate?

• Layer 1

• Layer 2

• Layer 3

• Layer 4

Which feature is NOT associated with patch panels?

• Cable management

• Port density

• VLAN support

• Labeling