Internet and Protocols Quiz

What was invented by Vint Cerf and Bob Kahn in the 1970s?

• Domain Name System

• Internet Protocol

• World Wide Web

• Email System

What is the primary function of an Internet Service Provider (ISP)?

• To connect users to local networks

• To provide access to the internet

• To create web pages

• To store data for users

What is a protocol in the context of the internet?

• A type of software

• A set of rules for communication

• An online security measure

• A physical connection

How many bits are traditional IPv4 addresses long?

• 16 bits

• 32 bits

• 64 bits

• 128 bits

How many unique addresses can IPv4 provide?

• More than 2 billion

• About 4 billion

• More than 340 undecillion

• Exactly 1 billion

What does the Domain Name System (DNS) do?

• It assigns IP addresses to websites

• It translates domain names into IP addresses

• It protects against cyberattacks

• It connects devices to different networks

What is DNS spoofing?

• A method of speeding up internet connections

• An attack that changes domain name IP address mappings

• A way to improve website security

• A technique for data compression

Which version of IP addresses is currently being transitioned to?

• IPv1

• IPv2

• IPv5

• IPv6

Why is it important for devices on the internet to have unique addresses?

• To allow secure connections

• To facilitate communication between them

• To prevent cyberattacks

• To enhance website loading speeds

What does an IP address usually consist of?

• A single number

• A hierarchy of numbers

• A combination of letters and numbers

• Only letters