Day 7: networking hardware and network cable types

Which of the following network devices is used to connect multiple devices within the same local area network (LAN)?

• Router

• Hub

• Modem

• Switch

Which of the following cable types would be most commonly used for Gigabit Ethernet connections (1000 Mbps)?

• Cat 5

• Cat 5e

• Cat 6

• Cat 3

Which of the following cable types is commonly used for connecting devices in a home or small office network?

• Fiber optic

• Coaxial

• Cat 5e

• Cat 3

Which of the following is the main difference between a hub and a switch?

• A) A hub operates at the data link layer, while a switch operates at the physical layer.

• B) A hub broadcasts data to all connected devices, while a switch sends data only to the device that needs it.

• C) A switch operates at the physical layer, while a hub operates at the data link layer.

• D) A hub is more secure than a switch.

Which of the following is the most suitable cable type for long-distance, high-speed internet connections between buildings?

• Cat 5e

• Coaxial

• Fiber optic

• Cat 6

What is the maximum data transfer rate for a Cat 6 cable?

• 10 Gbps

• 1 Gbps

• 100 Mbps

• 10 Mbps

Which of the following connectors is commonly used with fiber optic cables?

• RJ-45

• ST

• RJ-11

• BNC

What is the primary purpose of a router in a network?

• To forward data within a local network

• To connect devices within a single building

• To assign IP addresses to devices

• To connect different networks, such as a local network to the internet

Which type of fiber optic cable is used for short-distance communication, typically within a building?

• Single-mode

• Multi-mode

• Duplex

• Patch cable

Which of the following network cables is used for telephone lines and not data transmission?

• A) Cat 5e

• B) Cat 6

• C) RJ-11

• D) RJ-45