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Introductory Computer Networking Quiz

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Which term refers to the devices that are connected to the Internet and run network applications?

Routers

Hosts (correct)

Communication links

Packet switches

What is the purpose of a protocol in computer networking?

To forward packets

To define rules for communication (correct)

To provide security

To determine the transmission rate

Which part of the network is responsible for forwarding packets?

Packet switches (correct)

Hosts

Communication links

Routers

What are the different types of physical media used in computer networks?

Fiber and copper Signup and view all the answers

What is the transmission rate of a communication link?

The rate at which data is transmitted Signup and view all the answers

Which chapter of the book provides an overview of computer networking and introduces terminology that will be covered in more detail later in the course?

Chapter 1: introduction Signup and view all the answers

What are the two main components of the network core?

Packet switching and internet structure Signup and view all the answers

Which devices are responsible for forwarding packets in the network?

Routers and switches Signup and view all the answers

What are the different types of communication links used in computer networks?

Fiber, copper, radio, satellite Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the network edge in computer networking?

To connect hosts and access networks Signup and view all the answers