Network Basics

What is a network?

• A single computer

• A collection of connected devices

• A standalone server

• A wired connection only

Which of the following is an example of a Wide Area Network (WAN)?

• Home Wi-Fi

• A school computer lab

• The Internet

• A single PC

What is the primary function of a router?

• Storing data

• Connecting different networks

• Displaying web pages

• Encrypting data

What does DHCP stand for?

• Dynamic Host Control Protocol

• Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
  

• Data Host Configuration Process
  

• Device Hosting Control Protocol

What is a MAC address used for?

• Identifying a device within a network

• Assigning IP addresses

• Encrypting data

• Forwarding network packets

Which of the following best describes a subnet?

• A small home network

• A division of an IP network

• A type of firewall

• A server configuration

What is the function of NAT (Network Address Translation)?

• Converts MAC addresses into IP addresses
  

• Allows multiple devices to share a single public IP address

• Encrypts internet traffic

• Blocks unauthorized access

What does a default gateway do in a network?

• Encrypts data

• Routes packets between different networks

• Assigns IP addresses to devices

• Blocks malicious websites

What is a key advantage of using a static IP address?

• It changes frequently

• It is more secure than a dynamic IP

• It allows for easier remote access

• It is assigned by DHCP

What is VLAN used for in networking?

• Creating virtual private networks

• Segmenting a network into separate groups

• Increasing internet speed

• Storing network configurations