* Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for routing packets across networks?
a) Physical
b) Data Link
c) Network
d) Transport
* What does TCP stand for?
a) Transmission Control Protocol
b) Transfer Control Program
c) Telecommunication Control Protocol
d) Transport Connection Protocol
* Which of the following is a MAC address?
a) 192.168.1.1
b) 00:1A:2B:3C:4D:5E
c) www.example.com
d) 80
* What is the purpose of a subnet mask?
a) To encrypt data
b) To identify the network portion of an IP address
c) To prevent unauthorized access
d) To increase network speed
* Which network topology connects all devices to a central hub or switch?
a) Bus
b) Ring
c) Star
d) Mesh
* What is the function of DNS (Domain Name System)?
a) Assigning IP addresses
b) Translating domain names to IP addresses
c) Controlling network traffic
d) Ensuring data integrity
* Which protocol is commonly used for sending and receiving emails?
a) HTTP
b) FTP
c) SMTP/POP3/IMAP
d) TCP/IP
* What is the role of a firewall in network security?
a) Encrypting network traffic
b) Preventing unauthorized access to a network
c) Detecting and removing viruses
d) Managing network devices
* Which type of network covers a large geographical area, such as a city or region?
a) LAN
b) WAN
c) MAN
d) PAN
* What does DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) do?
a) Assigns IP addresses automatically
b) Routes packets efficiently
c) Provides secure communication
d) Monitors network performance
* Which layer of the TCP/IP model corresponds to the OSI model's Network layer?
a) Application
b) Transport
c) Internet
d) Link
* What is the purpose of the ARP (Address Resolution Protocol)?
a) Resolving IP addresses to MAC addresses
b) Resolving MAC addresses to IP addresses
c) Routing packets based on IP addresses
d) Configuring network interfaces
* Which wireless networking standard is the latest and offers the highest theoretical
speeds?
a) 802.11n
b) 802.11ac
c) 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)
d) 802.11g
* What is network latency?
a) The amount of data transmitted per unit of time
b) The delay in data transfer over a network
c) The number of devices connected to a network
d) The physical distance between network nodes
* Which of the following is a common network cable type?
a) USB
b) HDMI
c) Ethernet (Cat 5e, Cat 6)
d) Power cable
* What is the function of a router?
a) Connecting devices within the same network
b) Forwarding data packets between different networks
c) Amplifying network signals
d) Filtering network traffic based on MAC addresses
* What is a VPN (Virtual Private Network) used for?
a) Increasing internet speed
b) Creating a secure connection over a public network
c) Sharing files between local devices
d) Blocking unwanted websites
* Which protocol is used for transferring files between a client and a server?
a) HTTP
b) SMTP
c) FTP
d) DNS
* What is network congestion?
a) A high level of network security
b) Excessive data traffic causing delays
c) A problem with the physical cabling
d) The absence of network connectivity
* Which of the following is a common port number for HTTP?
a) 21
b) 23
c) 80
d) 11
