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. 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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2. 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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3. Which OSI layer is responsible for end-to-end communication and error recovery?

a) Session layer

b) Transport layer

c) Presentation layer

d) Network layer

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4. What is SSID in the context of wireless networking?

a) Secure System Identification Data

b) Service Set Identifier

c) System Security Identification

d) Secure Server Identifier

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5. What is asymmetric encryption?

a) Asymmetric encryption uses the same key for both encryption and decryption.

b) Asymmetric encryption uses different keys for encryption and decryption.

c) Asymmetric encryption requires a public and private key pair.

d) Asymmetric encryption is not commonly used in network security.

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6. What is authentication in network security?

a) The process of identifying and verifying the identity of a user or device

b) The process of encrypting data transmissions over the network

c) The process of monitoring network traffic for security threats

d) The process of authorizing access to network resources

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7. In a peer-to-peer network, how are resources typically shared?

a) Through a central server

b) Directly between peer devices

c) Via a cloud service provider

d) Through a dedicated network appliance

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8. What is WPA2-PSK authentication?

a) Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 - Personal Security Key

b) Wireless Public Shared Key authentication

c) Wired Protected Access 2 - Pre-Shared Key

d) Wireless Privacy with Shared Key authentication

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9. What measures can be taken to mitigate VLAN hopping attacks?

a) Implementing port security measures such as BPDU guard and root guard

b) Using VLAN access control lists (VACLs) to filter traffic between VLANs

c) Disabling dynamic trunking protocol (DTP) on switch ports

d) All of the above

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10. What is the primary role of the Session layer in the OSI model?

a) Routing data between networks

b) Establishing, maintaining, and terminating sessions

c) Encrypting data for secure communication

d) Managing hardware connections

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11. What is a VPN client?

a) A network device responsible for establishing VPN connections

b) A software application installed on a user's device to initiate VPN connections

c) A network device that filters and forwards traffic between different VLANs

d) A physical device used to terminate VPN connections

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12. What is a VLAN (Virtual LAN)?

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

b) A logical network created within a physical network to group devices based on their network requirements

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

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

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13. 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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14. 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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15. What command would you use to identify the IP address and network interface configuration of your Unix/Linux system?

a) ipconfig

b) ifconfig

c) ping

d) traceroute

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16. How does data travel in a bus topology?

a) Through a central hub

b) Along a single communication line to all nodes

c) Via multiple interconnected pathways

d) In a circular manner between nodes

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17. 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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18. What is the CIDR notation for the subnet mask 255.255.248.0?

a) /22

b) /19

c) /21

d) /20

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19. What is the difference between authentication and non-repudiation?

a) Authentication verifies the identity of users or devices, while non-repudiation ensures the integrity of data transmissions.

b) Authentication ensures the integrity of data transmissions, while non-repudiation verifies the identity of users or devices.

c) Authentication and non-repudiation are two terms for the same process in network security.

d) Authentication and non-repudiation are not relevant to network security.

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20. What are the characteristics of WPA2-Enterprise authentication?

a) Each device has its own unique security key

b) All devices on the network share the same security key

c) Devices authenticate with a centralized server using individual credentials

d) Devices authenticate using digital certificates issued by a certificate authority

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21. What role does HTTP play in the World Wide Web?

a) It secures email transmission.

b) It defines how web browsers and servers communicate.

c) It manages file transfers between computers.

d) It encrypts network traffic for security.

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22. What security measure can mitigate the vulnerabilities of WPA2?

a) Regularly updating firmware and security patches

b) Disabling wireless encryption to improve network performance

c) Implementing a single-factor authentication method

d) Broadcasting the SSID to increase network visibility

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23. What is a network firewall?

a) A network firewall is a physical barrier installed between network segments to prevent unauthorized access.

b) A network firewall is a software or hardware-based security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules.

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

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

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24. 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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25. What protocol is commonly used at the Application layer of the TCP/IP model for web browsing?

a) TCP (Transmission Control Protocol)

b) IP (Internet Protocol)

c) HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)

d) FTP (File Transfer Protocol)

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26. How does a VPN ensure secure communication over public networks?

a) By encrypting data transmitted between the user's device and the VPN server

b) By using hardware-based firewalls to filter network traffic

c) By isolating network traffic within a VLAN

d) By using virtualization technology to create secure network segments

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

a) FTP

b) IP

c) HTTP

d) ACK (Acknowledgment)

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28. Which type of network model is most suitable for a large organization requiring centralized control and resource management?

a) Peer-to-peer model

b) Hybrid model

c) Client-server model

d) Ring topology model

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29. Which topology can be described as having each node connected directly to every other node?

a) Bus topology

b) Ring topology

c) Star topology

d) Mesh topology

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30. How does a hub differ from a switch?

a) A hub forwards data packets based on MAC addresses, while a switch forwards data packets based on IP addresses.

b) A hub operates at the physical layer of the OSI model, while a switch operates at the data link layer.

c) A hub connects devices within the same network, while a switch connects different networks.

d) A hub broadcasts data packets to all connected devices, while a switch forwards data packets to specific devices.

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