Computer Networking Basics

Learn about the foundation of computer networks including switches, routers, and access points. Understand how these devices connect computing devices and IoT devices to communicate with each other.

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What is the primary function of a router in a computer network?

To analyze data and choose the best routes for it

What is the purpose of a MAC address in a computer network?

To uniquely identify a device's network interface card

What is the primary function of an access point in a computer network?

To connect devices to a network without the use of cables

What is the purpose of an IP address in a computer network?

<p>To assign a unique network connection to a device</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is credited with proposing the idea of ARPANET in 1961?

<p>Leonard Kleinrock</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a switch in a computer network?

<p>To connect and internally secure devices to a network</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of the Comment RFC?

<p>To define and provide information about computer communications</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who developed the first true IP router, originally called a gateway?

<p>Ginny Strazisar</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of the ALOHAnet network?

<p>To help lay the foundation for Wi-Fi</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the SATNET network?

<p>To establish the first international network connection</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was introduced to the market by AT&T, Lucent, and NCR in 1988?

<p>WaveLAN network technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was introduced by the Wi-Fi Alliance in 2018?

<p>WPA3 encryption</p> Signup and view all the answers

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