TripAdvisor RD 3 Flashcards
What does the OSI model stand for?
Open Systems Interconnection
Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for routing data between networks?
Network Layer (Layer 3)
What does TCP stand for in networking?
Transmission Control Protocol
What is the purpose of DHCP in networking?
Assigns IP addresses automatically to devices
In the OSI model, which layer deals with MAC addresses and switches?
Data Link Layer (Layer 2)
What is the main function of the Physical Layer in the OSI model?
Handles the physical connection between devices (cables, signals)
What does DNS do in a network?
Translates domain names into IP addresses
Which protocol is used for securing communication over the internet?
HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure)
What is NAT in networking?
Network Address Translation – translates private IPs to public IPs
What does VLAN stand for in networking?
Virtual Local Area Network
What is the role of the default gateway in a network?
Directs traffic from the local network to external networks
Which network tool shows the path packets take to reach a destination?
Tracert (Windows) / Traceroute (Linux/macOS)
What does UDP stand for, and what is it used for?
User Datagram Protocol – used for faster, less reliable communication
What does IP stand for, and what does it handle?
Internet Protocol – handles routing and addressing
What are the key responsibilities of a network router?
Forwards data between networks
What is the difference between TCP and UDP?
TCP is reliable with error correction; UDP is faster but less reliable. TCP is connection-orientated while UDP is connection-less.
UDP - Gaming, Video Streaming
TCP - Web Browsing, file transfers
What is a firewall’s primary function in a network?
Monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on security rules
What does IPv4 stand for?
Internet Protocol version 4
What is CIDR notation used for in networking?
Defines the size of a network (e.g., 192.168.1.0/24)
Which OSI layer manages sessions between applications?
Session Layer (Layer 5)
How does ARP work in a network?
Resolves IP addresses to MAC addresses
What is the purpose of port 443 in networking?
Secure web traffic (HTTPS)
What network issue does Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) prevent?
Network loops
What is a subnet in IP networking?
A segmented portion of a larger network
What is the key role of the Transport Layer in the OSI model?
Ensures reliable data transmission (handles ports, error correction)
What is the difference between a switch and a router in networking?
A switch connects devices within a local network, while a router connects different networks
What does DNS stand for, and what is its primary function?
Domain Name System – translates domain names into IP addresses
What is multicast in networking?
Sends data to multiple recipients who subscribe to a group
What does a ‘broadcast’ mean in a network context?
Data sent to all devices on a local network
What is the purpose of VLAN tagging in networking?
Identifies and separates network traffic within a VLAN
What does an IP address conflict mean in networking?
Two devices on a network are assigned the same IP address
How does a ping command help in network troubleshooting?
Tests connectivity between two devices
What is the role of an access point (AP) in a network?
Provides Wi-Fi connectivity to wireless devices
What does RDP stand for, and what is it used for?
Remote Desktop Protocol – allows remote access to Windows desktops
What is a ‘subnet mask’ used for in networking?
Determines the network portion of an IP address
What is the function of the Presentation Layer in the OSI model?
Translates data between the application and lower layers (handles encryption, compression) (Layer 6)
What does ICMP stand for, and what is it used for?
Internet Control Message Protocol – used for network diagnostics (e.g., ping)
What is a ‘loopback address’ in IP networking?
127.0.0.1 – a special IP address that is used to test network functionality on a local machine. It points back to itself so you can do things like localhost hosting.
What network tool provides detailed information about a device’s network configuration?
Ipconfig (Windows) / Ifconfig (Linux/macOS)
What is Wireshark used for in networking?
Captures and analyzes network traffic at the packet level
What is port forwarding in networking?
Directs external traffic to a specific device or service on a local network
What does an Ethernet switch do in a network?
Connects devices within a LAN and forwards data to the correct destination based on MAC addresses
What does BGP stand for, and what does it handle?
Border Gateway Protocol – handles routing between autonomous systems on the internet by defining and publishing paths
How does DNS caching improve network performance?
Reduces DNS lookups by storing previous queries locally
What is the difference between public and private IP addresses?
Public IPs are accessible over the internet, private IPs are used within a local network
What is a proxy server’s role in networking?
Acts as an intermediary between a client and the internet, often used for security and performance optimization
What is a firewall rule?
A security policy defining which traffic is allowed or blocked by the firewall
What is an IPsec VPN used for?
Secure communication over an untrusted network, such as the internet
What is the purpose of the Application Layer in the OSI model?
Provides network services to end-user applications like browsers and email clients
What is the role of SNMP in network management?
Simple Network Management Protocol – used to monitor and manage network devices
What is a MAC address used for in networking?
Identifies a device on a local network
What does SSH stand for, and what is it used for?
Secure Shell – used for secure remote access to devices
What is the primary purpose of a VPN in a network?
Provides a secure, encrypted connection over the internet
What does BYOD stand for in a corporate network?
Bring Your Own Device
What is Intune used for in device management?
Manages devices and apps in a corporate network
What is the function of BitLocker in Windows devices?
Encrypts hard drives for data protection
How does conditional access improve security in networks?
Allows access based on predefined security conditions like device compliance
What does MFA stand for, and why is it important?
Multi-Factor Authentication – adds an extra layer of security
What is the purpose of endpoint security in network management?
Protects devices in a network from threats like malware and unauthorized access
What is a cloud service provider?
A company that provides cloud computing resources like storage, servers, or databases
What does SaaS stand for in cloud computing?
Software as a Service
What is the purpose of a hypervisor in virtualization?
Manages virtual machines on a physical server
What does IaaS stand for in cloud services?
Infrastructure as a Service
What is PowerShell used for in Windows environments?
Automates administrative tasks and configurations