Computer Knowledge Quiz 6

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What is the primary function of the ARP (Address Resolution Protocol) in networking?

Translating IP addresses to MAC addresses

Ensuring secure connections

Assigning IP addresses to devices

Routing data between networks

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Which of the following devices operates at the Application Layer of the OSI model?

Hub

Switch

Gateway

Router

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What is the purpose of an IP address in networking?

Controlling data flow in a network

Managing network hardware

Identifying a device on the internet

Ensuring secure connections

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Which of the following is a valid IPv6 address format?

2001:0db8:85a3:0000:0000:8a2e:0370:7334

127.0.0.1

255.255.255.0

192.168.1.1

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Which networking protocol is used for the secure transmission of files over a network?

SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol)

SSH (Secure Shell)

HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)

FTP (File Transfer Protocol)

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What is the purpose of DNS (Domain Name System) in networking?

Routing data between networks

Assigning IP addresses to devices

Translating domain names to IP addresses

Establishing secure connections

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Which of the following is a wireless networking standard?

Bluetooth

USB

HDMI

Ethernet

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What is the function of a firewall in network security?

Filters and monitors network traffic

Manages routing tables

Encrypts data transmissions

Allocates IP addresses

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What is the primary purpose of a router in a network?

Manages IP addresses

Filters and forwards data between different networks

Amplifies network signals

Connects devices within a LAN

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What is the purpose of the Ping command in networking?

Configure network settings

Send files between devices

Measure network latency and check connectivity

Encrypt data transmissions

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What does the acronym LAN stand for in networking?

Long Area Network

Large Area Network

Local Access Network

Local Area Network

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In the OSI model, which layer is responsible for error detection and correction?

Network Layer

Data Link Layer

Presentation Layer

Transport Layer

13 / 15

Which protocol is commonly used for sending and receiving emails?

SMTP

FTP

ICMP

SNMP

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What device is used to connect multiple computers in a local area network (LAN)?

Router

Modem

Switch

Hub

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Which of the following is a layer-2 device that operates at the Data Link layer of the OSI model?

Hub

Router

Repeater

Switch

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