Computer Networks Quiz

What is a Computer Network?

• A hardware component

• A type of software

• A single computer

• A system of interconnected computing devices

Which of the following is NOT a component of a computer network?

• Protocol

• Transmission Media

• Operating System

• Node

What does an IP address do?

• Identifies a device on a network

• Encrypts data

• Connects to the internet

• Stores files

What is the main purpose of the Application Layer in the OSI model?

• To route data packets

• To provide network communication functionality

• To handle data encryption

• To manage sessions between applications

Which protocol is used for web browsing?

• TCP

• FTP

• HTTP

• SMTP

What is the primary function of a Router?

• To connect devices within a local network

• To forward packets based on routing algorithms

• To encrypt data

• To store data

What type of topology connects all devices to a single central hub?

• Ring Topology

• Bus Topology

• Mesh Topology

• Star Topology

Which class of IP address is used for very large networks?

• Class C

• Class D

• Class A

• Class B

What is the purpose of DNS in networking?

• To translate domain names into IP addresses

• To send emails

• To encrypt data

• To manage network traffic

What is Packet Loss?

• A type of network topology

• Failure of data packets to reach their destination

• A protocol for sending emails

• A method of data encryption