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What is the purpose of a NIC in a computer network?

It broadcasts requests to the entire network.

It divides the network connection among multiple devices.

It uniquely identifies a network card. (correct)

It contains the antenna for wireless connections.

How does a Hub handle a request from a computer on the network?

Sends the request directly to the intended device

Divides the request among multiple devices

Broadcasts the request to the entire network (correct)

Drops the request without broadcasting

Where is the MAC address stored in a network card?

In the motherboard's memory

In the router's memory

In the PROM (correct)

In the RAM

What type of NIC is present inside the motherboard?

Wired NIC Signup and view all the answers

Which component is responsible for dividing the network connection among multiple devices?

Switch Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between a hub and a switch?

A hub broadcasts messages to the entire network while a switch delivers messages to the correct destination based on physical addresses. Signup and view all the answers

What role do routers play in computer networks?

Routers analyze and forward incoming packets between different networks. Signup and view all the answers

How does a modem facilitate communication over analog transmission mediums?

A modem modulates digital information into analog signals for transmission. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for a switch to have an updated table?

To deliver messages to the correct destination based on physical addresses Signup and view all the answers

In what way does a switch differ from a hub in terms of message transmission?

A switch forwards messages based on physical addresses, while a hub forwards messages directly to all devices. Signup and view all the answers