Computer Networking Topologies Quiz

A device connected to a computer network, such as a computer, printer, or smartphone.

The ability of a network to deliver data reliably and efficiently.

The time it takes for a message to travel from one device to another.

The amount of data that can be successfully transmitted over a network within a specific time period.

The failure of one or more data packets to reach their destination.

The ability of a network to protect data from unauthorized access, damage, and loss.

A dedicated communication link between two devices.

A communication channel shared by multiple devices.

A group of computers connected within a limited area, like a school or office, for sharing resources like printers and files.

A network that connects devices over a larger geographic area, like a city, but smaller than a WAN.

A network that connects devices over very long distances, spanning countries or the entire world.

LANs are faster due to their smaller size, with speeds ranging from 100 to 1000 Mbps.

LANs are typically easier to set up and manage than larger networks.

LANs are generally more secure because they are isolated from external connections, protecting data.

MANs provide high-speed connectivity over a larger geographic area, making them suitable for multiple customers.

WANs, such as the Internet, offer long-distance data transmission across countries or the world.

A network topology where data travels in a single direction, like a circular path. If one device fails, the entire network goes down.

A network topology where all devices connect directly to a central hub, creating a star-like pattern. If the hub fails, the entire network is affected.

A network topology where devices are connected in a linear chain, like a bus. Data travels in both directions. If one device fails, it might isolate other devices connected to it.

A network topology that combines elements of bus and star topologies. It's hierarchical, with a root node at the top and branch nodes branching out.

A network topology that combines two or more different network types. It offers flexibility and scalability, but can be complex to design and expensive.

A mechanism that allows data to travel in both directions on a single communication channel.

The process of converting data into a form that can only be read by authorized individuals with a decryption key.

A process of reducing the size of data by using algorithms to remove redundancy.

A layer in the OSI model that establishes and manages communication sessions between devices.

A layer in the OSI model responsible for delivering data packets between processes on different devices.

A protocol in the transport layer that provides reliable, ordered delivery of data.

A protocol in the transport layer that provides a connectionless, best-effort delivery service.

A layer in the OSI model responsible for routing data packets between networks.

The physical layer is concerned with the transmission of data over a physical medium. It defines how data is physically encoded into signals, the type of signals used, and the transmission rate.

Topology refers to the arrangement of network devices and how they connect to form a network. Common examples include bus, star, and ring topologies.

TCP/IP is a suite of protocols that enables communication between devices across different networks. It is used for the internet and many other networks.

The application layer is responsible for providing services to applications. It includes protocols like HTTP, FTP, and SMTP that handle tasks like web browsing, file transfer, and email.

The transport layer provides reliable and connection-oriented communication. It ensures data is delivered correctly and in order. TCP is a key protocol in this layer.

The internet layer is responsible for routing data packets from source to destination across the network. IP (Internet Protocol) is the main protocol in this layer.

The Network Access/Link Layer handles communication between devices on the same local network. It's responsible for data transmission over the physical network.

The main difference between TCP and UDP is that TCP provides reliable and connection-oriented communication, while UDP is unreliable and connectionless.

The main task of IP is to deliver packets from the source to the destination based on the IP addresses available in the packet headers.

ARP (Address Resolution Protocol) is used to find the MAC (Media Access Control) address of a device from its IP address.

RARP (Reverse Address Resolution Protocol) allows a host to discover its IP address when it only knows its physical (MAC) address.

ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol) is used to send control messages, such as error reports and queries, to network devices and hosts.

IGMP (Internet Group Message Protocol) facilitates simultaneous message transmission to a group of recipients.

The Network Access/Link Layer in TCP/IP combines the functions of the physical and data link layers in the OSI model. It defines how data is physically transmitted through a network.

The TCP/IP model was developed by ARPANET (Advanced Research Projects Agency Network). It is a set of standard protocols that led to the development of the internet.

The OSI model (Open Systems Interconnection) is an independent, generic protocol standard used as a communication gateway between the network and the end user.