DAY 3: Final Exam Review

What is the Internet Protocol (IP)?

• A protocol that defines the structure of an Internet address and assigns a unique address to every device on the Internet
• A set of rules describing what behavior is acceptable on the Internet
• A law that says that the Internet is for everyone
• An agreement that sets a limit on the number of computers than can be on the Internet at any given time

Which of the following best explains what happens when a new device is connected to the Internet?

• An Internet Protocol (IP) address is assigned to the device.
• A device driver is assigned to the device.
• A packet number is assigned to the device.
• A Web site is assigned to the device

What added functionality does a router have that an access point does not?

• Manages and secures the network.
• Replaces the switch device.
• Allows Wi-Fi devices to connect to a wired network.
• Communicates with the network interface card.

Which is an example of a correct order in which to connect devices to access the Internet?

• Computer, Router, Modem, Internet
• Computer, Access Point, Internet
• Computer, Modem, Router, Internet
• Computer, Switch, Router, Internet

True or False: Volatile storage is available only while the system is on and disappears when the system is turned off.

• True
• False

Which is an example of volatile storage?

• RAM
• Hard Drive
• Flash Drive
• SD Card

Which of the following is a benefit of the fault-tolerant nature of Internet routing?

• The ability to provide data transmission even when some connections between routers have failed
• The ability to use a hierarchical naming system to avoid naming conflicts
• The ability to resolve errors in domain name system (DNS) lookups
• The ability to use multiple protocols such as hypertext transfer protocol (HTTP), Internet protocol (IP), and simple mail transfer protocol (SMTP) to transfer data.

A city government is attempting to reduce the digital divide between groups with differing access to computing and the Internet. Which of the following actions is least likely to be effective in this purpose?

• Putting helpful tips for operating computers on the city government website
• Holding basic computer classes at community centers
• Providing free wireless Internet connections at locations in low-income neighborhoods
• Requiring that every school and library have assistive devices that allow people with disabilities to access computer resources

True or False: The Internet is non-existent in the developing world.

• False
• True

What does redundancy mean in the context of Internet routing?

• Multiple paths exist between any two points
• For any two points on the Internet, there exists only one path between them
• Data sent over the Internet is sent to the router with the lowest cost.
• If a single router on a network breaks, the entire network fails.