12 Questions
Which networking device uses MAC addresses to forward data to the correct destination?
Switch
What does Port Security Shutdown do on a Cisco Catalyst switch?
Immediately disables the port upon a violation
What is the primary function of a Router in computer networks?
Forwarding data packets between networks
Which security feature involves filtering based on IP addresses, port numbers, and protocols?
Access Control Lists (ACLs)
What is the purpose of a Firewall in a network infrastructure?
Inspecting and blocking malicious traffic
Which feature is commonly used to secure wireless communications in Access Points?
Pre-Shared Key authentication
What type of firewall operates at the network layer and filters packets based on IP header information like source/destination IP addresses, port numbers, and protocols?
Packet Filtering Firewall (Stateless)
Which device provides emergency power to connected equipment in the event of a power outage or voltage fluctuations?
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
What is the purpose of MAC address filtering in controlling access to a wireless network?
Controlling which devices can connect to the network
Which security device or software monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules?
Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW)
What is the primary function of an Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)?
Blocking or preventing malicious activities on the network
Which type of firewall integrates multiple security features into a single appliance, including firewalling, intrusion detection/prevention, antivirus, content filtering, and VPN capabilities?
Unified Threat Management (UTM) Firewall
Test your knowledge on Cisco Catalyst switches with this quiz covering features like Port Security Shutdown, Protect, and Restrict. Learn about how these features help in securing a local area network (LAN) by controlling access based on MAC addresses.
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