Networking Fundamentals - Quiz - Winter 2024

What is a computer network?

• A single computer system

• A collection of interconnected devices sharing resources

• A method of software development

• A type of computer hardware

Describe the function of a router.

• To store data permanently

• To connect computers to printers

• To manage communication between networks

• To create user interfaces

Differentiate between LAN and WAN.

• LAN is for wireless networks; WAN is for wired networks

• LAN covers a small geographic area; WAN covers a large geographic area

• LAN is for large enterprises; WAN is for personal use

• LAN is faster than WAN

What is an IP address?

• A hardware component in computers

• A unique identifier for a network device

• A type of software application

• A security protocol for networks

Explain the difference between IPv4 and IPv6.

• IPv4 is older and uses 32-bit addresses; IPv6 is newer and uses 128-bit addresses

• IPv4 is faster than IPv6

• IPv4 is used only in local networks; IPv6 is used globally

• IPv4 is a type of hardware; IPv6 is software

What is the purpose of a default gateway in a network?

• To provide access to the internet

• To serve as the forwarding host to other networks

• To manage data storage

• To secure network communication

Define static and dynamic IP addresses.

• Static IP addresses change over time; Dynamic IP addresses remain the same

• Static IP addresses are assigned permanently; Dynamic IP addresses are assigned temporarily

• Static IP addresses are for small networks; Dynamic IP addresses are for large networks

• Static IP addresses are more secure than Dynamic IP addresses

What is a domain name?

• A physical address for a computer

• The name of a website

• A type of computer hardware

• A security feature for networks

Describe the function of DNS.

• To provide internet access to devices

• To translate domain names into IP addresses

• To store data on the internet

• To secure communication between devices

What is the purpose of the nslookup utility?

• To configure network settings

• To look up domain name servers

• To secure network communication

• To store data on the network