Technical Terms - Internet (A-Z) - DHCP

What does DHCP stand for?

• Dedicated Host Configuration Protocol

• Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol

• Data Host Configuration Protocol

• Domain Host Configuration Protocol

What is the main function of DHCP?

• Assigning software licenses to devices

• Assigning domain names to devices

• Assigning hardware addresses to devices

• Assigning unique IP addresses to devices

What is the role of a client in DHCP?

• Sends DHCPDISCOVER request

• Sends DHCPOFFER message

• Sends DHCPACK acknowledgement message

• Sends DHCPREQUEST message

What is the role of a server in DHCP?

• Sends DHCPOFFER message

• Receives DHCPDISCOVER request

• Receives DHCPACK acknowledgement message

• Sends DHCPREQUEST message

What message does the server send to the client containing the IP address being offered?

• DHCPACK

• DHCPREQUEST

• DHCPOFFER

• DHCPDISCOVER

What message does the client send to the server confirming the use of the IP address?

• DHCPDISCOVER

• DHCPACK

• DHCPOFFER

• DHCPREQUEST

What message does the server send to acknowledge the client has been given access?

• DHCPREQUEST

• DHCPACK

• DHCPOFFER

• DHCPDISCOVER

How long does it usually take to connect via DHCP?

• 7-10 seconds

• 1-3 seconds

• 3-5 seconds

• 5-7 seconds

Does DHCP work the same way for wired and wireless connections?

• Yes

• Depends on the router type

• No

• Depends on the network size

What type of devices can connect to a DHCP-based network?

• Desktop computers, tablets, and smartphones

• Only desktop computers

• Only tablets

• Only smartphones