Network Devices - Quiz Flashcards
What does a ROUTER do?
A. Forwards data between different networks and determines the best path for data packets
B. Connects multiple devices within a local network and uses MAC addresses
C. Filters traffic based on IP addresses and port numbers for security
D. Amplifies a signal to extend the range of a network
A. Forwards data between different networks and determines the best path for data packets
What does a SWITCH do?
A. Forwards data between networks and determines the best path for data packets
B. Broadcasts data to all devices on a network
C. Connects multiple devices in a local network and sends data only to the device it’s meant for, making the network more efficient.
D. Connects devices to the internet and converts analog signals to digital
C. Connects multiple devices in a local network and sends data only to the device it’s meant for, making the network more efficient.
What does a HUB do?
A. Routes packets between different networks
B. Broadcasts data to all connected devices on a network, regardless of the destination
C. Provides Wi-Fi connectivity for wireless devices
D. Filters traffic based on IP addresses
B. Broadcasts data to all connected devices on a network, regardless of the destination
What does a MODEM do?
A. Filters traffic based on MAC addresses
B. Amplifies and extends a network signal
C. Converts digital data to analog signals (and vice versa) that can travel over phone or cable lines, connecting a network to the internet
D. Connects multiple devices in a local network
C. Converts digital data to analog signals (and vice versa) that can travel over phone or cable lines, connecting a network to the internet
What does an ACCESS POINT (WAP) do?
A. Connects wireless clients to a wired network and provides Wi-Fi connectivity
B. Acts as a firewall to block unauthorized network traffic
C. Forwards data between different networks and determines the best route
D. Connects multiple networks through routers
A. Connects wireless clients to a wired network and provides Wi-Fi connectivity
What does a REPEATER do?
A. Broadcasts data across all devices on a network
B. Connects wireless clients to a wired network
C. Boosts and extends a network signal
D. Filters network traffic based on MAC addresses
C. Boosts and extends a network signal
What does a BRIDGE do?
A) Provides Wi-Fi connectivity to a local network
B) Filters traffic based on IP addresses and forwards data between different networks
C) Connects two or more network segments, enabling them to communicate as a single network, and filters traffic based on MAC addresses
D) Connects devices to the internet and converts digital signals to analog
C) Connects two or more network segments, enabling them to communicate as a single network, and filters traffic based on MAC addresses
What does a NIC (Network Interface Card) do?
A) Provides a user-friendly interface to configure network settings
B) Acts as a bridge between two network segments
C) A hardware component that allows a device (like a computer or printer) to connect to a network by linking the device to the network.
D) Amplifies signals over long distances
C) A hardware component that allows a device (like a computer or printer) to connect to a network by linking the device to the network.
What does a FIREWALL do?
A) Connects devices to the internet and assigns IP addresses
B) Filters network traffic based on security policies and blocks unauthorized access
C) Forwards data between devices within a local network
D) Translates domain names to IP addresses
B) Filters network traffic based on security policies and blocks unauthorized access
What does a PROXY SERVER do?
A) Acts as an intermediary between a user and the internet to improve performance and security
B) Routes data packets between different networks
C) Manages email delivery
D) Converts domain names to IP addresses
A) Acts as an intermediary between a user and the internet to improve performance and security
What does a DHCP server do?
A) Provides security by filtering traffic based on MAC addresses
B) Dynamically assigns IP addresses to devices on a network
C) Connects a local network to the internet
D) Sends data to all devices on a network without filtering
B) Dynamically assigns IP addresses to devices on a network
What does a DNS server do?
A) Translates domain names to IP addresses
B) Routes data between different networks
C) Filters network traffic based on IP addresses
D) Stores and forwards email messages
A) Translates domain names to IP addresses
What does a RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service) server do?
A) Acts as an intermediary between a user and a website
B) Provides centralized authentication and access control to a network
C) Translates IP addresses into domain names
D) Connects devices to the internet via wireless networks
B) Provides centralized authentication and access control to a network
What does a MANAGED SWITCH do?
A) Filters traffic based on IP addresses and forwards data packets
B) Provides Wi-Fi access for wireless devices
C) Allows for advanced configuration and monitoring of network traffic
D) Amplifies signals over long distances
C) Allows for advanced configuration and monitoring of network traffic
What does an UNMANAGED SWITCH do?
A) Provides centralized authentication and access control
B) Connects multiple devices in a network but lacks advanced features like monitoring
C) Filters traffic based on IP addresses and port numbers
D) Translates domain names to IP addresses
B) Connects multiple devices in a network but lacks advanced features like monitoring
What does an ALL-IN-ONE SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) ROUTER do?
A) Provides routing, switching, firewall, and wireless access functionality in one device
B) Only connects wireless devices to a local network
C) Boosts network signals to extend the range
D) Provides centralized email filtering
A) Provides routing, switching, firewall, and wireless access functionality in one device
What does a WIRELESS BRIDGE do?
A) Extends the range of a wireless network by connecting two access points wirelessly
B) Converts IP addresses to MAC addresses
C) Connects wired clients to a wireless network
D) Provides routing capabilities for wireless traffic
A) Extends the range of a wireless network by connecting two access points wirelessly
