Networking Online Test

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This 'Networking Online Test' covers questions across all the topics related to the Networking like WiFi, Ethernet, LAN, WAN, IP, ISP, etc

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Total Questions: 30
Time Allotted: 30 minutes
Passing Score: 50%
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1. What is a primary advantage of the peer-to-peer model?

a) Centralized control and easy management

b) High scalability and cost-effectiveness

c) Reduced security risks

d) Simplified backup and recovery

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2. What are the two main types of network firewalls?

a) Hardware firewalls and software firewalls

b) Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS)

c) Stateful firewalls and stateless firewalls

d) Proxy firewalls and packet-filtering firewalls

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3. What is the main difference between public and private IP addresses?

a) Public IP addresses are assigned by ISPs, while private IP addresses are assigned by network administrators.

b) Public IP addresses are globally unique and routable on the internet, while private IP addresses are only used within private networks.

c) Public IP addresses are more secure than private IP addresses.

d) Private IP addresses are reserved for specific types of devices, while public IP addresses can be used by any device.

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4. What is the purpose of the first half of a MAC address?

a) To identify the manufacturer of the network interface

b) To identify the specific model of the network interface

c) To identify the network to which the device belongs

d) To identify the geographical location of the device

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5. What is the responsibility of the Data Link layer regarding MAC addresses?

a) Managing logical addressing

b) Providing end-to-end communication

c) Handling media access control and physical addressing

d) Formatting data for presentation

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6. What is multifactor authentication (MFA)?

a) A security model based on identifying and verifying the identity of users or devices

b) A security model based on encrypting data transmissions over the network

c) A security model based on monitoring network traffic for security threats

d) A security model based on using multiple factors for authentication, such as passwords and biometrics

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7. What is one advantage of IPv6 over IPv4?

a) Improved network performance

b) Enhanced backward compatibility

c) Increased address space

d) Simplified routing protocols

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8. How does TCP ensure data is delivered accurately and in order?

a) By encrypting the data packets

b) By using port numbers for identification

c) By establishing a connection and sequencing data packets

d) By broadcasting data packets to all connected devices

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9. What is a primary advantage of a mesh topology?

a) Simplified network design

b) Reduced cabling requirements

c) High redundancy and fault tolerance

d) Centralized control

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10. What happens if a device's ARP cache becomes outdated or corrupted?

a) The device cannot communicate with other devices on the network

b) The device sends ARP requests to update its ARP cache

c) The device's DNS resolution fails

d) The device automatically resets its network settings

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11. How many bits are typically in a MAC address?

a) 32 bits

b) 48 bits

c) 64 bits

d) 128 bits

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12. What are some characteristics of 3G cellular networks?

a) High-speed internet access, video streaming, and improved voice quality

b) Low data transfer rates and limited coverage compared to previous generations

c) Limited support for multimedia services and no support for voice calls

d) Higher power consumption and shorter battery life on mobile devices

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13. Which OSI layer is responsible for routing data packets between different networks?

a) Application layer

b) Data Link layer

c) Network layer

d) Transport layer

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14. What is subnetting in networking?

a) Dividing a network into smaller, manageable sub-networks

b) Combining multiple networks into a single, larger network

c) Configuring a router to connect two separate networks

d) Assigning unique IP addresses to each device in a network

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15. What is the primary weakness of WPA2?

a) Vulnerabilities in encryption algorithms and weak key management

b) Limited compatibility with older devices and networks

c) High resource consumption and network performance degradation

d) Inability to support multiple authentication methods

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16. How many host addresses are available in a subnet with a /27 CIDR notation?

a) 128

b) 64

c) 32

d) 30

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17. What is the difference between ARP spoofing and ARP cache poisoning?

a) There is no difference; they are two terms for the same attack

b) ARP spoofing involves flooding the network with ARP requests, while ARP cache poisoning involves intercepting and modifying ARP traffic

c) ARP spoofing involves sending malicious ARP replies, while ARP cache poisoning involves sending gratuitous ARP requests

d) ARP spoofing involves impersonating a legitimate device, while ARP cache poisoning involves flooding the network with gratuitous ARP replies

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18. What is split tunneling in VPN?

a) A security measure that divides VPN traffic into separate tunnels for transmission

b) A technique that splits network traffic between VPN and non-VPN routes

c) An encryption method used in VPN tunnels to split data into smaller packets

d) A feature that allows VPN clients to connect to multiple VPN servers simultaneously

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19. What is a wireless network?

a) A network that requires physical cables to connect devices

b) A network that uses radio waves to connect devices without physical cables

c) A network that relies solely on satellite connections

d) A network that operates exclusively on cellular data networks

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20. How does Wi-Fi facilitate internet access?

a) By providing cellular data connections

b) By connecting devices to a local area network (LAN) wirelessly

c) By broadcasting radio signals for long-distance communication

d) By encrypting data transmitted over wireless networks

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21. Which type of notation is commonly used for representing IPv6 addresses?

a) Dotted-decimal notation

b) Binary notation

c) Hexadecimal notation

d) Octal notation

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22. What is a significant benefit of using a peer-to-peer network for content distribution?

a) Centralized control over content

b) Reduced load on central servers

c) Simplified network management

d) Lower risk of data breaches

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23. What is a primary reason for choosing a star topology in modern networks?

a) Lower cost

b) Reduced complexity

c) Better fault tolerance and scalability

d) Faster data transmission

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24. What advantage does a switch offer over a hub?

a) Lower cost

b) Simpler configuration

c) Higher data transfer rates

d) More ports

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25. What is a characteristic feature of a bus topology?

a) All nodes are connected to a central hub

b) All nodes are connected to a single communication line

c) Each node is connected to exactly two other nodes

d) Each node is connected to a central switch

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26. Which IP address is an example of a public IP address?

a) 192.168.1.1

b) 10.0.0.1

c) 172.16.0.1

d) 203.0.113.1

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27. What is the primary function of a modem in internet access?

a) To manage network traffic within a LAN

b) To amplify network signals for long-distance transmission

c) To convert digital data from computers into analog signals for transmission over communication lines

d) To encrypt network traffic for secure transmission

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28. What is the principle of least privilege in authorization?

a) Granting users access to all network resources

b) Granting users access to only the resources necessary to perform their tasks

c) Denying users access to network resources

d) Granting users unlimited privileges on the network

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29. Which protocol does TCP use to manage data transmission between devices?

a) FTP

b) IP

c) HTTP

d) ACK (Acknowledgment)

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30. What is a software firewall?

a) A software firewall is a standalone device positioned between a private internal network and external networks, such as the internet, to filter network traffic based on predefined security rules.

b) A software firewall is a software-based security system installed on individual computers or network devices to monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic.

c) A software firewall is a cryptographic protocol used to encrypt data transmitted over a network.

d) A software firewall is a network access control mechanism that grants or denies access to network resources based on defined rules.

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