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What is the primary purpose of the network layer?
What is the primary purpose of the network layer?
Which statement about IP encapsulation is true?
Which statement about IP encapsulation is true?
What does the best effort delivery mechanism of IP imply?
What does the best effort delivery mechanism of IP imply?
What is the Maximum Transmission Unit (MTU)?
What is the Maximum Transmission Unit (MTU)?
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Which of the following fields is NOT part of the IPv4 packet header?
Which of the following fields is NOT part of the IPv4 packet header?
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What limitation does IPv4 face that is addressed by IPv6?
What limitation does IPv4 face that is addressed by IPv6?
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Which statement about static and dynamic routes is accurate?
Which statement about static and dynamic routes is accurate?
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What role does a default gateway play in a network?
What role does a default gateway play in a network?
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Which feature distinguishes the IPv6 packet header from that of IPv4?
Which feature distinguishes the IPv6 packet header from that of IPv4?
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What is the function of a routing table in a host?
What is the function of a routing table in a host?
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What is the primary function of ARP in networking?
What is the primary function of ARP in networking?
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Which command would you use on a Cisco device to view the ARP table?
Which command would you use on a Cisco device to view the ARP table?
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Which protocol replaces ARP in IPv6 networks?
Which protocol replaces ARP in IPv6 networks?
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What threat does ARP spoofing generally pose?
What threat does ARP spoofing generally pose?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of IPv4 address?
Which of the following is NOT a type of IPv4 address?
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What is the function of NAT in networking?
What is the function of NAT in networking?
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What is a significant advantage of using IPv6 over IPv4?
What is a significant advantage of using IPv6 over IPv4?
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What is the purpose of assigning a default gateway to devices on a network?
What is the purpose of assigning a default gateway to devices on a network?
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Which command would you use to verify interface statuses on a router?
Which command would you use to verify interface statuses on a router?
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What is the purpose of using subnetting in networking?
What is the purpose of using subnetting in networking?
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What is the primary function of ICMP in network communication?
What is the primary function of ICMP in network communication?
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Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for managing dialog creation and maintenance?
Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for managing dialog creation and maintenance?
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What characterizes TCP compared to UDP in network communication?
What characterizes TCP compared to UDP in network communication?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?
Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?
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What is the purpose of the three-way handshake in TCP communication?
What is the purpose of the three-way handshake in TCP communication?
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Which of the following best describes the role of port numbers in network communication?
Which of the following best describes the role of port numbers in network communication?
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What does the term 'redundancy' refer to in small network design?
What does the term 'redundancy' refer to in small network design?
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Which of the following is considered a reconnaissance attack?
Which of the following is considered a reconnaissance attack?
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In what way do backups and updates contribute to network security?
In what way do backups and updates contribute to network security?
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Which protocol is primarily used for testing connectivity between devices?
Which protocol is primarily used for testing connectivity between devices?
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Study Notes
Network Characteristics and Introduction
- Purpose: enables end devices to exchange data
- Protocols: IPv4 and IPv6 are primary communication protocols
- Basic Operations: addressing end devices, encapsulation, routing, de-encapsulation
IP Encapsulation
- IP encapsulates the transport layer segment
- Addressing remains unchanged throughout the journey
Connectionless Nature of IP
- No connection established prior to sending packets
- IP does not require control information
- Best Effort Delivery: no guarantee of packet delivery, reduces overhead, no resending of lost packets
Media Independence
- IP operates independently of media types (copper, fiber, wireless)
- Works without concern for data link layer frames
Maximum Transmission Unit (MTU)
- Established by the network layer based on data link layer control information
IPv4 Packet Header
- Purpose: directs packets to correct destinations and processes for routing
- Fields include Source/Destination IPv4 addresses, Version, TTL (Time-To-Live)
- Version: 4 for IPv4
- Total Length: Size of packet including header
- Protocol: Identifies next level protocol (TCP, UDP, etc.)
IPv6 Overview
- Limitations of IPv4: address depletion, end-to-end connectivity issues, increased network complexity caused by NAT usage
- Benefits of IPv6: large address space (128 bits), improved packet handling, no need for NAT, facilitates direct communication
IPv6 Packet Header Fields
- Simplified header includes fewer fields
- Significant fields similar to IPv4 with enhancements
Host Routing Decisions
- Packets created at the source device
- Host maintains its routing table for local, LAN, and remote destinations
- Default gateway is required for routing outside the local network
Packet Routing Basics
- Fragmentation occurs when IPv4 packets are split for transmission
Routing Table Types
- Directly Connected: Automatically added by active interfaces
- Remote: Learned through static or dynamic routing
- Default Route: Used when no matching route is found
Static vs Dynamic Routes
- Static Routes: Manually configured, adjusted during topology changes
- Dynamic Routes: Automatically discover and maintain routing information
Module 9: Address Resolution
- Devices use MAC addresses for Layer 2 communication
- IP addresses (Layer 3) are used for routing packets between different networks
- Address Resolution Protocol (ARP): maps IPv4 addresses to MAC addresses, resolves local or gateway MAC addresses for communication
- ARP Vulnerabilities: ARP spoofing can cause security threats like ARP poisoning
IPv6 Neighbor Discovery Protocol
- Replaces ARP in IPv6
- Uses ICMPv6 messages like Neighbor Solicitation (NS) and Neighbor Advertisement (NA)
Module 10: Basic Router Configuration
- Initial Router Settings: set hostname, secure access (password), configure banners, save configuration to NVRAM
- Interface Configuration: assign IP addresses, activate interfaces with no shutdown
- Verification Commands: show ip interface brief, show ipv6 interface brief, show ip route, show ipv6 route
Module 11: IPv4 Addressing
- IPv4 Structure: composed of network and host portion defined by a subnet mask, logical ANDing is used to determine network addresses
- Address Types:
- Unicast: one-to-one communication
- Broadcast: one-to-all on the same network
- Multicast: one-to-many group addresses
- Subnetting: divides networks into smaller, efficient subnets using CIDR and VLSM techniques
Module 12: IPv6 Addressing
- IPv6 Basics: 128-bit address space, represented in hexadecimal, supports larger address spaces and better security than IPv4
- Address Types:
- Unicast: unique to a single device
- Multicast: communicates to multiple devices
- Anycast: routes to the nearest device
- Dynamic Addressing: methods like SLAAC, stateless DHCPv6, and stateful DHCPv6
- Subnetting in IPv6: uses a 16-bit subnet ID field between the Global Routing Prefix and Interface ID, subnet IDs allow efficient allocation and management
Module 13: ICMP Messages and Connectivity Tests
- ICMP Overview: provides error messaging and operational checks (IPv4 and IPv6)
- Key messages: echo (ping), destination unreachable, time exceeded
- Ping and Traceroute Tests: tests connectivity, identifies the path and routers
Module 14: Transport Layer
- TCP and UDP:
- TCP: reliable, stateful, ensures data order with features like retransmissions and flow control
- UDP: lightweight, connectionless, suitable for latency-sensitive applications
Module 15: Application, Presentation, and Session Layers
- Key Application Layer Protocols: HTTP, FTP, SMTP, DNS, DHCP, IMAP
- Presentation Layer: formats, compresses, and encrypts data
- Session Layer: manages dialog creation and maintenance
- P2P Networks and Applications: facilitates decentralized resource sharing
Module 16: Network Security Fundamentals
- Threats: physical damage, environmental issues, malware (viruses, worms, ransomware), access attacks (password cracking), DoS/DDoS
- Mitigation Strategies: defense-in-depth, backups and updates, AAA (Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting), endpoint security
Module 17: Small Network Management
- Network Design: redundancy, traffic management (QoS), scaling considerations, connectivity verification
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