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Network Configuration and Addressing Basics Quiz

#1

What does IP stand for in the context of networking?

Internet Protocol
Explanation

Protocol for addressing and routing data packets across networks.

#2

Which of the following is a private IP address?

172.16.45.78
Explanation

Reserved for internal networks and not accessible from the internet.

#3

Which protocol is used for secure communication over a web browser?

HTTPS
Explanation

Encrypts data transmitted between the web server and browser.

#4

What is the role of an IP address in computer networks?

To identify a specific device on a network
Explanation

Unique identifier assigned to devices for communication.

#5

What is the purpose of a MAC address in networking?

To identify a specific device on a network
Explanation

Unique hardware identifier for network devices.

#6

Which of the following is a valid representation of an IPv4 address?

192.168.0.1
Explanation

Common format for identifying devices on a network.

#7

What is the purpose of the command 'ipconfig' in Windows?

To display the system configuration
Explanation

Shows network interface information and configuration settings.

#8

Which of the following is a valid IPv4 address format?

192.168.1.1
Explanation

Standard format for identifying devices on a network.

#9

What is the purpose of a subnet mask in networking?

To identify the network portion of an IP address
Explanation

Specifies which portion of an IP address represents the network.

#10

What is the default port number for HTTP traffic?

80
Explanation

Standard port used for web browsing.

#11

What is the purpose of Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) in networking?

To dynamically assign IP addresses to devices on a network
Explanation

Automatically assigns IP addresses to devices upon connection.

#12

What is the purpose of Network Address Translation (NAT) in networking?

To map multiple private IP addresses to a single public IP address
Explanation

Translates private IP addresses to a single public IP address for internet access.

#13

Which subnet mask corresponds to a network with 8 bits for hosts?

255.255.255.0
Explanation

Identifies the network portion of an IP address with 8 bits.

#14

What is the purpose of the ARP (Address Resolution Protocol) in networking?

To convert an IP address to a MAC address
Explanation

Maps IP addresses to MAC addresses for data transmission.

#15

In the OSI model, which layer is responsible for logical addressing and routing?

Network Layer
Explanation

Handles routing of data packets between networks.

#16

What is the purpose of a Default Gateway in a TCP/IP network?

To connect two different networks
Explanation

Enables communication between devices on different networks.

#17

Which of the following is a valid IPv6 address?

fe80::a5b2:8a9c:5076:8a2f
Explanation

Newer protocol with longer addresses to accommodate more devices.

#18

What is the purpose of Quality of Service (QoS) in networking?

To prioritize and manage network traffic
Explanation

Ensures high-priority traffic gets preferential treatment.

#19

Which protocol is commonly used for secure file transfer over a network?

SFTP
Explanation

Secure method for transferring files over a network.

#20

In the context of networking, what is a VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network)?

A logical network created within a larger physical network
Explanation

Segments a physical network into multiple virtual networks for better traffic control.

#21

Which transport layer protocol is connection-oriented?

TCP (Transmission Control Protocol)
Explanation

Establishes a reliable connection before data exchange.

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