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Computer networks basic

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17 questions
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  • Q1
    Which network topology connects all devices to a central hub?
    Mesh
    Bus
    Star
    Ring
    30s
  • Q2
    Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for routing and forwarding packets?
    Application
    Transport
    Data Link
    Network
    30s
  • Q3
    What is the purpose of an IP address in computer networking?
    To establish secure connections between devices.
    To provide physical addresses to network devices.
    To determine the network and host portions of an address.
    To uniquely identify devices on a network.
    30s
  • Q4
    What is the purpose of a router in computer networking?
    To protect network infrastructure from physical damage.
    To encrypt data traffic between devices.
    To connect devices within a local area network.
    To forward data packets between networks.
    30s
  • Q5
    Which of the following network topologies connects each node in a linear sequence?
    Ring
    Mesh
    Bus
    Star
    30s
  • Q6
    Which of the following network topologies forms a closed loop where each node is connected to exactly two other nodes?
    Bus
    Ring
    Star
    Mesh
    30s
  • Q7
    Which of the following network topologies allows each node to have a direct connection to every other node?
    Star
    Mesh
    Bus
    Ring
    30s
  • Q8
    Which of the following network topologies is characterized by a single cable connecting all nodes?
    Bus
    Mesh
    Star
    Ring
    30s
  • Q9
    Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for establishing, managing, and terminating connections between applications?
    Network layer
    Data link layer
    Session layer
    Physical layer
    30s
  • Q10
    Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for converting data into a format that the application layer can understand?
    Session layer
    Presentation layer
    Transport layer
    Data link layer
    30s
  • Q11
    Which device allows multiple computers to connect to a local network?
    Modem
    Firewall
    Router
    Switch
    30s
  • Q12
    Which technology provides a wireless connection between devices over short distances?
    Wi-Fi
    Ethernet
    Bluetooth
    NFC
    30s
  • Q13
    Which network device is used to connect multiple computers within a local area network?
    Router
    Hub
    Switch
    Modem
    30s
  • Q14
    In computer networks, what is the meaning of protocol?
    A hardware component of a computer network
    A set of rules governing the exchange of data
    A measure of the network speed
    A type of software used for file sharing
    30s
  • Q15
    What is the purpose of the TCP/IP protocol suite in computer networking?
    To ensure reliable and robust data transmission across networks
    To establish secure encrypted connections
    To provide physical connectivity between devices
    To manage network routing and forwarding
    30s

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