Computer Networks Definition Quiz
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What is the main purpose of a computer network?

  • To decrease the efficiency of connected computers
  • To restrict communication between devices
  • To limit the types of messages that can be transferred
  • To enable resource sharing, data exchange, and collaboration (correct)

    • What is the function of a communication protocol in a computer network?

  • Generating web pages for browsing
  • Ensuring only text messages can be transmitted
  • Controlling the operating system of connected computers
  • Defining how the communication between two devices will take place (correct)

    • Which protocol is used by a computer to transfer web pages securely?

  • HTTPS (correct)
  • FTP
  • TCP
  • HTTP

    • What type of messages does HTTP (HyperText Transfer Protocol) handle?

    <p>Web pages containing text, data, voice, video, and images</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of applications in a computer network?

    <p>Generating messages to be exchanged</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of FTP (File Transfer Protocol) in a computer network?

    <p>Transferring files between connected computers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Domain Name System (DNS) in a computer network?

    <p>To resolve domain names into IPv4 addresses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which protocol is used by a computer to obtain an IPv4 address for communication in a network?

    <p>DHCP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does SMTP stand for in the context of computer networks?

    <p>Simple Mail Transfer Protocol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of IMAP in the context of computer networks?

    <p>To retrieve emails from the mail server to the client's system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In computer networks, what is the main purpose of POP3?

    <p>To retrieve emails from the mail server to the client's system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of SFTP in file transfer over a network?

    <p>To securely transfer files over a network</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which protocol is primarily used for resolving domain names into IP addresses?

    <p>DNS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of SMTP in the context of computer networks?

    <p>Handling the transfer of email messages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of IMAP in the context of computer networks?

    <p>Handling the transfer of email messages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of messages does HTTP (HyperText Transfer Protocol) handle in computer networks?

    <p>Text and image messages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of FTP (File Transfer Protocol) in a computer network?

    <p>Transferring files between a client and server</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Domain Name System (DNS) in a computer network?

    <p>Resolving domain names into IP addresses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which protocol is used by a computer to transfer web pages securely in a network?

    <p>HTTPS</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Obtaining an IPv4 address for communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of messages does SMTP handle in a computer network?

    <p>Text messages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of DNS (Domain Name System) in a computer network?

    <p>Resolving domain names into IP addresses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of POP3 in the context of computer networks?

    <p>Retrieving emails from the mail server</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which protocol is primarily used for resolving domain names into IP addresses in computer networks?

    <p>DNS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of SFTP in file transfer over a network?

    <p>Transferring files securely</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Transferring web pages securely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of IMAP in a computer network?

    <p>Retrieving emails while keeping copies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does FTP stand for in the context of computer networks?

    <p>File Transfer Protocol</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Setting up and terminating communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

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