CT Week 4 Computer Networking

What is the primary purpose of a computer network?

• To allow multiple users to share resources

• To increase electricity consumption

• To make computers more expensive

• To eliminate the need for software

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of networking?

• File and resource sharing

• Increased security threats

• Centralized management

• Improved communication

Which type of network covers a small geographical area, such as a home or office?

• WAN

• MAN

• LAN

• SAN

What type of network topology connects all devices to a central hub or switch?

• Bus

• Ring

• Star

• Mesh

Which network topology provides the highest redundancy and reliability?

• Star

• Bus

• Ring

• Mesh

What is a VLAN primarily used for?

• Extending network coverage

• Creating separate logical networks within a physical network

• Increasing internet speed

• Preventing all network traffic

Which statement about VLANs is TRUE?

• VLANs require a dedicated physical network for each group

• VLANs reduce broadcast traffic by segmenting networks

• VLANs can only be used with wired networks

• VLANs do not improve security

Which type of network allows secure remote access over the internet?

• VLAN

• VPN

• LAN

• MAN

What is the main purpose of a VPN?

• To speed up local network connections

• To securely connect remote users to a private network

• To replace firewalls

• To eliminate the need for IP addresses

What is the main difference between IPv4 and IPv6?

• IPv4 is newer and more efficient than IPv6

• IPv6 provides a much larger address space than IPv4

• IPv6 uses 32-bit addresses, while IPv4 uses 128-bit addresses

• IPv4 is only used for mobile networks