Computer Networks Quiz

What does MAC stand for in the context of computer networks?

• Media Access Control

• Mobile Access Control

• Modem Access Control

• Memory Access Control

Which networking device is used to connect different devices through wires and sends data to all the other devices?

• Repeater

• Router

• Switch

• Hub

What is the purpose of a modem in a computer network?

• Extract destination address from data packets

• Convert analog signals to digital bits

• Regenerate weakened signals on the cable

• Connect multiple computers wirelessly

In which type of network topology is each node connected to every other node in the network?

• Star Topology

• Mesh Topology

• Bus Topology

• Ring Topology

What is the purpose of a DNS server in a computer network?

• Connect multiple LANs and MANs

• Regenerate weakened signals on the cable

• Convert analog signals to digital bits

• Resolve domain names to IP addresses

Which protocol is used to retrieve linked web pages across the web?

• HTTP

• SMTP

• FTP

• TCP

What is the unique value associated with a network adapter called?

• URI

• Domain Name

• MAC Address

• IP Address

Which type of network topology forms a hierarchical structure with multiple branches?

• Mesh Topology

• Ring Topology

• Bus Topology

• Tree Topology

What is the purpose of an Ethernet card in a computer network?

• Extract destination address from data packets

• Regenerate weakened signals on the cable

• Set up a wired network

• Convert analog signals to digital bits

Which type of network topology forms a ring where each node is connected to two other nodes?

• Mesh Topology

• Bus Topology

• Star Topology

• Ring Topology