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Basic questions on computer networks

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  • Q1
    What is the primary function of a router in a computer network?
    To store files
    To forward data packets between different networks
    To print documents
    To connect to the internet
    30s
  • Q2
    Which device is used to connect multiple computers within the same network?
    Modem
    Router
    Firewall
    Switch
    30s
  • Q3
    What does IP stand for in the context of computer networks?
    Internet Protocol
    Internet Package
    Information Pathway
    Internal Process
    30s
  • Q4
    What type of network connects computers over large distances?
    Local Area Network (LAN)
    Personal Area Network (PAN)
    Wide Area Network (WAN)
    Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)
    30s
  • Q5
    What does Wi-Fi stand for?
    Wireless Fidelity
    Wide Fidelity
    Wireless Frequency
    Wired Fidelity
    30s
  • Q6
    What protocol is commonly used for sending emails?
    SMTP
    HTTP
    FTP
    DNS
    30s
  • Q7
    What is the purpose of a firewall in a network?
    To connect devices to the network
    To store data files
    To protect the network from unauthorized access
    To boost internet speed
    30s
  • Q8
    Which of the following is a common method for connecting to the internet?
    DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
    USB (Universal Serial Bus)
    Bluetooth
    HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
    30s
  • Q9
    What is a common unit of measurement for internet speed?
    GB (Gigabytes)
    MB (Megabytes)
    Mbps (Megabits per second)
    Kbps (Kilobits per second)
    30s
  • Q10
    What is DHCP used for in a computer network?
    To automatically assign IP addresses to devices
    To transfer files
    To secure the network
    To boost signal strength
    30s
  • Q11
    What is a computer network?
    A single computer
    A group of computers connected to share resources and information
    A brand of computer
    A type of software
    30s
  • Q12
    What does 'IP' stand for in computer networking?
    Internet Provider
    Interface Plan
    Internal Processor
    Internet Protocol
    30s
  • Q13
    What device is used to connect computers to a network?
    Monitor
    Router
    Scanner
    Printer
    30s
  • Q14
    What is the main purpose of a firewall in a computer network?
    To enhance internet speed
    To connect devices
    To store data
    To protect the network from unauthorized access
    30s
  • Q15
    What does 'Wi-Fi' stand for?
    Wired Fidelity
    Wireless Functionality
    Wireless Fidelity
    Wide Frequency
    30s

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