18 Questions
What is the main function of a router in a network?
Converting data packets from one protocol to another
In networking, what is the purpose of a network gateway?
Converting data packets from one protocol to another
What type of cable is commonly used in wired networks and has 2 separate insulated wires twisted around each other?
Twisted pair cable
Which device typically assigns devices with unique IP addresses in a network?
Router
What is NOT a typical function of a router in a network?
Assigning local IP addresses to devices
Which component can also act as routers, firewalls, or servers in a network setup?
Gateways
What type of network component connects one LAN to another LAN using the same protocol?
Bridge
How do bridges determine the correct destination for data packets they receive?
By analyzing MAC addresses
Which wireless network component effectively creates a wireless LAN by connecting devices to the network?
Access Point (WAP)
What is the primary purpose of a network gateway?
To join different LANs together
Why do larger organizations often deploy multiple Wireless Access Points (WAPs) throughout their buildings?
To improve wireless signal strength and coverage
How do bridges handle data packets destined for different parts of a segmented LAN?
Forward them 'across the bridge' to the correct part of the LAN
What is the main function of a network interface card (NIC) in a computer system?
To assign a unique MAC address to the device
How does a hub differ from a switch in terms of data distribution?
Hubs send data packets to every computer in the network.
What is a unique feature of a wireless network interface card (WNIC) compared to a standard NIC?
WNICs can connect devices without physical cables.
Which networking component performs the function of efficiently distributing data packets within a network?
Switches
What role does a MAC address play in the networking context?
Identifying a device uniquely on a network
In terms of security and bandwidth efficiency, why are switches preferred over hubs in networking setups?
Switches isolate data transmissions to specific devices.
Test your knowledge about Network Interface Cards (NIC) and components in a network with this quiz. Learn about the functions and importance of NICs and how they provide devices with MAC addresses for network connectivity.
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