Networking Concepts Quiz

What does a network consist of?

• Only software

• Only hardware

• Both hardware and software

• None of the above

What is the function of network software?

• Store hardware configuration

• Compress data

• Enable network services

• Convert analog signals

A protocol defines:

• Physical cable types

• Communication rules between devices

• Network topology

• IP address ranges

When communication is complex, what is used?

• Single-layer protocol

• Protocol layering

• Physical addressing

• Static routing

The second principle of protocol layering states:

• Layers must use encryption

• Protocols must use UDP

• Equivalent layers on both sides must be identical

• Layers must use the same physical media

What is a logical connection in protocol layering?

• Real cable between devices

• An imaginary channel at each layer

• Ethernet cable

• TCP packet

TCP/IP is:

• A hierarchical protocol suite

• An encryption protocol

• A software-only model

• A LAN standard

How many layers are there in the modern TCP/IP model?

• 3

• 4

• 5

• 7

Which layer is responsible for process-to-process communication?

• Network

• Transport

• Application

• Physical

What is the main duty of the top 3 layers in TCP/IP?

• Hop-to-hop delivery

• Flow control

• End-to-end communication

• Address resolution