Computer Networking

What is a computer network?

• A single computer with multiple applications

• A collection of interconnected devices that share resources

• A type of software for data analysis

• A hardware component for data storage

What does an IP address do?

• Identifies devices on a network

• Controls network traffic

• Translates domain names into IP addresses

• Encrypts data for security

Which of the following is a type of network topology?

• Bus

• Router

• Firewall

• Protocol

What is the function of a firewall?

• To connect multiple networks

• To monitor and control network traffic

• To store data securely

• To assign IP addresses to devices

What does DNS stand for?

• Dynamic Name Service

• Domain Name System

• Data Network Service

• Digital Network Security

Which protocol is used for sending emails?

• HTTP

• SMTP

• TCP

• FTP

What is a Local Area Network (LAN)?

• A network connecting multiple cities

• A network for global communication

• A network for cloud services

• A network covering a small area

What is the purpose of a subnet mask?

• To divide a network into sub-networks

• To encrypt data packets

• To monitor network traffic

• To assign MAC addresses

What does TCP/IP stand for?

• Transmission Communication Protocol/Internet Protocol

• Transfer Control Protocol/Internet Protocol

• Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol

• Transfer Communication Protocol/Internet Protocol

What is a MAC address?

• A unique identifier for a network interface card

• An address for a web server

• A type of network protocol

• A method for data encryption