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Which protocol uses port 445 to enable file sharing on a network?
Which protocol uses port 445 to enable file sharing on a network?
What is the primary function of the SMTP protocol?
What is the primary function of the SMTP protocol?
Which protocol is used for secure communication over the internet and typically utilizes port 443?
Which protocol is used for secure communication over the internet and typically utilizes port 443?
Which protocol is used to manage and monitor network devices, gathering statistics and using ports 161 and 162?
Which protocol is used to manage and monitor network devices, gathering statistics and using ports 161 and 162?
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What is the primary function of DNS?
What is the primary function of DNS?
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What is the benefit of using HTTPS over HTTP?
What is the benefit of using HTTPS over HTTP?
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Which protocol uses port 22 for secure remote access and connections?
Which protocol uses port 22 for secure remote access and connections?
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Which of these protocols is primarily associated with Microsoft Windows systems?
Which of these protocols is primarily associated with Microsoft Windows systems?
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Which protocol uses port 3389 to provide remote desktop access?
Which protocol uses port 3389 to provide remote desktop access?
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What is the primary function of the DHCP protocol according to the content?
What is the primary function of the DHCP protocol according to the content?
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Which protocol is responsible for syncing emails across multiple devices?
Which protocol is responsible for syncing emails across multiple devices?
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What type of protocol is Telnet?
What type of protocol is Telnet?
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Which protocol is designed to transfer files using TCP ports 20 and 21?
Which protocol is designed to transfer files using TCP ports 20 and 21?
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Which port does the RDP protocol utilize for remote desktop access?
Which port does the RDP protocol utilize for remote desktop access?
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What is the function of the DHCP protocol?
What is the function of the DHCP protocol?
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Which ports does SNMP use for traps and queries?
Which ports does SNMP use for traps and queries?
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What does the acronym LDAP stand for?
What does the acronym LDAP stand for?
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Which of the following protocols is not used for email transfer?
Which of the following protocols is not used for email transfer?
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Which protocol uses UDP port 53?
Which protocol uses UDP port 53?
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Which of the following protocols provides authentication and encryption?
Which of the following protocols provides authentication and encryption?
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Which protocol operates primarily in the clear and uses structured tables for transferring data, but lacks authentication and encryption capabilities?
Which protocol operates primarily in the clear and uses structured tables for transferring data, but lacks authentication and encryption capabilities?
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Which of the following protocols is utilized for storing and retrieving information from a network directory, facilitating communication between applications and network servers?
Which of the following protocols is utilized for storing and retrieving information from a network directory, facilitating communication between applications and network servers?
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Which protocol, commonly associated with Microsoft Windows operating systems, is used for file sharing and can be accessed through different ports, including 137, 139, and 445, depending on the method used?
Which protocol, commonly associated with Microsoft Windows operating systems, is used for file sharing and can be accessed through different ports, including 137, 139, and 445, depending on the method used?
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Which protocol is used to provide remote desktop access and utilizes TCP port 3389 for establishing a secure connection between a client and a server?
Which protocol is used to provide remote desktop access and utilizes TCP port 3389 for establishing a secure connection between a client and a server?
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Which protocol allows users to download emails to a single device, permanently removing them from the server, making them inaccessible on other devices?
Which protocol allows users to download emails to a single device, permanently removing them from the server, making them inaccessible on other devices?
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Study Notes
Common Network Protocols and Ports
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FTP (File Transfer Protocol):
- Uses TCP port 20 for data transfer (active mode).
- Uses TCP port 21 for control connection.
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SSH (Secure Shell):
- Uses TCP port 22.
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Telnet:
- Non-encrypted.
- Uses TCP port 23.
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SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol):
- Uses TCP port 25 for sending emails.
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POP3 (Post Office Protocol version 3):
- Uses TCP port 110.
- Downloads emails to a single device, deleting them from the server.
- Emails are only accessible on the device.
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IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol):
- Uses TCP port 143.
- Stores emails and synchronizes across multiple devices.
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DNS (Domain Name System):
- Uses UDP port 53.
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DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol):
- Uses UDP port 67 (server) and UDP port 68 (client).
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HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol):
- Uses TCP port 80.
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HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure):
- Uses TCP port 443.
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SMB (Server Message Block):
- Used by Microsoft Windows for file sharing on networks.
- Primarily associated with Windows, but can be used by other platforms.
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NetBIOS over TCP/IP:
- Uses UDP port 137 (NBname).
- Uses TCP port 139 (Nbsession).
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Direct SMB:
- Uses TCP port 445 (NetBIOS-less).
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SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol):
- Gathers statistics from network devices.
- Queries on UDP port 161.
- Traps on UDP port 162.
- SNMP v1: Unencrypted, uses structured tables.
- SNMP v2: Transfers data but is not encrypted.
- SNMP v3: A secure standard, offering authentication and encryption.
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LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol):
- Uses TCP port 389 to manage network directory information.
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RDP (Remote Desktop Protocol):
- Uses TCP port 3389.
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Test your knowledge on common network protocols and their associated ports. This quiz covers essential protocols such as FTP, SSH, SMTP, and others, providing insights into their functions and communication methods. Perfect for networking enthusiasts and students alike.
