Computer Knowledge Quiz 6 January 9, 2024 by Rabbani Mohd /15 5 Computer Knowledge Quiz 6 Computer Knowledge Quiz 6 1 / 15 What device is used to connect multiple computers in a local area network (LAN)? Switch Hub Modem Router 2 / 15 Which of the following devices operates at the Application Layer of the OSI model? Hub Switch Router Gateway 3 / 15 Which protocol is commonly used for sending and receiving emails? FTP ICMP SNMP SMTP 4 / 15 What is the purpose of DNS (Domain Name System) in networking? Translating domain names to IP addresses Assigning IP addresses to devices Establishing secure connections Routing data between networks 5 / 15 What is the primary function of the ARP (Address Resolution Protocol) in networking? Ensuring secure connections Routing data between networks Translating IP addresses to MAC addresses Assigning IP addresses to devices 6 / 15 What is the primary purpose of a router in a network? Filters and forwards data between different networks Amplifies network signals Manages IP addresses Connects devices within a LAN 7 / 15 What is the purpose of an IP address in networking? Managing network hardware Identifying a device on the internet Ensuring secure connections Controlling data flow in a network 8 / 15 Which of the following is a valid IPv6 address format? 127.0.0.1 255.255.255.0 192.168.1.1 2001:0db8:85a3:0000:0000:8a2e:0370:7334 9 / 15 Which networking protocol is used for the secure transmission of files over a network? HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) FTP (File Transfer Protocol) SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) SSH (Secure Shell) 10 / 15 What is the function of a firewall in network security? Filters and monitors network traffic Allocates IP addresses Encrypts data transmissions Manages routing tables 11 / 15 In the OSI model, which layer is responsible for error detection and correction? Data Link Layer Transport Layer Network Layer Presentation Layer 12 / 15 What is the purpose of the Ping command in networking? Encrypt data transmissions Configure network settings Send files between devices Measure network latency and check connectivity 13 / 15 What does the acronym LAN stand for in networking? Local Area Network Local Access Network Large Area Network Long Area Network 14 / 15 Which of the following is a wireless networking standard? USB HDMI Bluetooth Ethernet 15 / 15 Which of the following is a layer-2 device that operates at the Data Link layer of the OSI model? Router Repeater Switch Hub Your score is 0% Restart quiz