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 VLAN hopping?

a) The process of moving a device from one VLAN to another

b) An attack where an attacker gains unauthorized access to traffic from a different VLAN

c) The process of configuring VLANs on network devices

d) An optimization technique to improve VLAN performance

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2. Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for physical transmission of data?

a) Application layer

b) Transport layer

c) Network layer

d) Physical layer

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3. What is the primary function of a MAC address?

a) To identify the network device on the internet

b) To assign IP addresses dynamically

c) To provide access to network resources

d) To uniquely identify network interfaces

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4. What is one benefit of using a star topology over a bus topology?

a) Easier to add new nodes without affecting the network

b) Less cable required

c) Simpler network layout

d) Higher data security

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5. What is WEP encryption?

a) Wi-Fi Encryption Protocol

b) Wired Equivalent Privacy

c) Wireless Extensible Protocol

d) Wireless Encryption Protocol

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6. Which device typically acts as the central point in a star topology?

a) Router

b) Hub or switch

c) Modem

d) Repeater

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7. 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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8. What is the main difference between point-to-multipoint and multipoint-to-multipoint topologies?

a) The number of central nodes

b) The direction and flow of data transmission

c) The type of devices connected

d) The physical layout of the network

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9. Which application is commonly associated with the peer-to-peer model?

a) Email services

b) Web hosting

c) File sharing applications like BitTorrent

d) Centralized database management

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10. What is a primary function of TCP (Transmission Control Protocol)?

a) To provide connectionless communication

b) To ensure reliable data transmission and error correction

c) To encrypt network traffic for secure transmission

d) To route data packets between different networks

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11. What encryption method does WPA2 primarily use?

a) TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol)

b) AES (Advanced Encryption Standard)

c) RC4 (Rivest Cipher 4)

d) DES (Data Encryption Standard)

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12. 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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13. What does MAC stand for in networking?

a) Media Access Control

b) Multi-layered Access Control

c) Memory Access Control

d) Machine Access Control

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14. What is one limitation of IPv4 addresses?

a) Insufficient support for mobile devices

b) Incompatibility with legacy networks

c) Limited address space leading to address exhaustion

d) Lack of security features

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15. What is WPA encryption?

a) Wi-Fi Privacy Access

b) Wired Protected Access

c) Wi-Fi Protected Access

d) Wireless Privacy Algorithm

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16. In a client-server architecture, what is typically stored on the server?

a) Minimal processing power and storage

b) Client-specific data only

c) Shared resources, applications, and databases

d) Temporary cache files

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17. How can peer-to-peer networks improve fault tolerance?

a) By centralizing data storage

b) Through multiple redundant connections

c) By distributing data and services among multiple peers

d) Using centralized backup systems

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18. What replaced WEP as a more secure wireless security protocol?

a) WPA

b) WPS

c) WEP2

d) WPA2

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19. What is the primary function of the Transport layer in the TCP/IP model?

a) To define the format and structure of data packets

b) To address and route data packets between different networks

c) To manage communication sessions between applications

d) To provide reliable data transmission and error detection

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20. What security measure does WPA2-Enterprise authentication provide against unauthorized access?

a) Individual user authentication and encryption keys

b) Shared security key for all devices on the network

c) Broadcast of wireless network information to all devices in the vicinity

d) Use of AES encryption for wireless network traffic

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21. What is a stateless firewall?

a) A stateless firewall is a firewall that dynamically tracks the state of active network connections and makes decisions based on the context of each connection.

b) A stateless firewall is a firewall that inspects network traffic based on predefined rules without considering the state of the connection.

c) A stateless firewall is a firewall that encrypts data transmitted over a network using state-of-the-art cryptographic algorithms.

d) A stateless firewall is a firewall that grants or denies access to network resources based on the state of the network interface.

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22. Which application often uses a point-to-multipoint topology?

a) Direct computer-to-computer file transfer

b) A local area network (LAN) in a small office

c) Satellite communication systems

d) Peer-to-peer file sharing networks

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23. What is a major drawback of implementing a mesh topology?

a) High cost and complexity due to extensive cabling

b) Limited fault tolerance

c) Centralized failure point

d) Slow data transmission speeds

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24. What is ARP cache aging?

a) The process of automatically updating ARP caches with current MAC address associations

b) The process of periodically flushing outdated entries from ARP caches

c) The process of encrypting ARP cache entries for secure transmission

d) The process of monitoring ARP traffic for signs of spoofing attacks

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25. What is the structure of a MAC address?

a) Four octets separated by periods

b) Six bytes separated by colons or dashes

c) Eight hexadecimal digits separated by dashes

d) Two groups of eight bits separated by periods

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26. What is the primary security risk associated with ARP spoofing attacks?

a) Unauthorized access to network resources

b) Data interception and manipulation

c) Denial of service (DoS) attacks

d) Unauthorized modification of network configurations

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27. How does ARP poisoning work in a Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attack?

a) ARP poisoning involves flooding a target system with ARP requests to exhaust its ARP cache and disrupt network communication.

b) ARP poisoning involves sending falsified ARP messages to associate the attacker's MAC address with the IP address of a legitimate network device, allowing the attacker to intercept and potentially alter communication between the legitimate parties.

c) ARP poisoning involves intercepting and modifying network traffic to exploit vulnerabilities in the TCP/IP stack of a target system.

d) ARP poisoning involves flooding a target system with ICMP echo request packets (pings) to consume its network bandwidth and resources, rendering it unreachable.

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

a) To prioritize network traffic based on IP addresses

b) To encrypt network traffic for secure transmission

c) To manage network bandwidth and ensure performance for critical applications

d) To amplify network signals for long-distance transmission

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29. What is a VPN (Virtual Private Network)?

a) A network protocol used for secure remote access to a corporate network

b) A physical network infrastructure used to connect devices within a localized area

c) A wireless network technology used for internet connectivity in public areas

d) A network security protocol used to encrypt data transmitted over a public network

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30. 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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