#1
What does IP stand for in the context of networking?
Internet Protocol
ExplanationProtocol for addressing and routing data packets across networks.
#2
Which of the following is a private IP address?
172.16.45.78
ExplanationReserved for internal networks and not accessible from the internet.
#3
Which protocol is used for secure communication over a web browser?
HTTPS
ExplanationEncrypts 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
ExplanationUnique 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
ExplanationUnique hardware identifier for network devices.
#6
Which of the following is a valid representation of an IPv4 address?
192.168.0.1
ExplanationCommon format for identifying devices on a network.
#7
What is the purpose of the command 'ipconfig' in Windows?
To display the system configuration
ExplanationShows network interface information and configuration settings.
#8
Which of the following is a valid IPv4 address format?
192.168.1.1
ExplanationStandard 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
ExplanationSpecifies which portion of an IP address represents the network.
#10
What is the default port number for HTTP traffic?
80
ExplanationStandard 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
ExplanationAutomatically 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
ExplanationTranslates 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
ExplanationIdentifies 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
ExplanationMaps IP addresses to MAC addresses for data transmission.
#15
In the OSI model, which layer is responsible for logical addressing and routing?
Network Layer
ExplanationHandles 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
ExplanationEnables communication between devices on different networks.
#17
Which of the following is a valid IPv6 address?
fe80::a5b2:8a9c:5076:8a2f
ExplanationNewer 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
ExplanationEnsures high-priority traffic gets preferential treatment.
#19
Which protocol is commonly used for secure file transfer over a network?
SFTP
ExplanationSecure 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
ExplanationSegments a physical network into multiple virtual networks for better traffic control.
#21
Which transport layer protocol is connection-oriented?
TCP (Transmission Control Protocol)
ExplanationEstablishes a reliable connection before data exchange.