Technical Terms - Hardware (A-Z) - Node

What is a node in a network?

• A. A type of cable used for connections

• D. A type of network protocol

• C. A software program for data encryption

• B. Any computer or device connected to a network

What are the two types of nodes in a typical network?

• A. Servers and clients

• D. Modems and wireless access points

• B. Endpoints and redistribution points

• C. Routers and switches

What is the function of redistribution points in a network?

• A. Start or end data journeys

• B. Share MAC addresses with routers

• D. Assign IP addresses to devices

• C. Direct data along its way to its destination

What is a MAC address used for in a network?

• C. Uniquely identifying a device

• B. Identifying network routers

• D. Directing network traffic

• A. Assigning IP addresses

Which devices are considered endpoints in a network?

• D. Network infrastructure devices

• C. Wireless access points and modems

• B. Computers, tablets, printers, and file servers

• A. Routers and switches

What is the role of routers in a network?

• C. Route data to its next stop

• B. Share MAC addresses with devices

• A. Start or end data journeys

• D. Assign IP addresses to endpoints

Which devices are considered redistribution points in a network?

• C. Routers and switches

• D. File servers and printers

• B. Wireless access points and modems

• A. Computers and tablets

How does a router assign an IP address to a device?

• D. By assigning a random number

• A. By sharing its MAC address

• B. By directing network traffic

• C. By uniquely identifying the device

What is the purpose of IP addresses in a network?

• C. Uniquely identifying devices

• B. Directing network traffic

• D. Assigning MAC addresses

• A. Identifying network routers

Which devices are responsible for routing data to its next stop in a network?

• D. File servers and printers

• C. Routers and switches

• B. Wireless access points and modems

• A. Computers and tablets