Network Security Measures Quiz
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What will prevent unauthorized devices from automatically obtaining IP address information on a network?

  • Disabling SSID broadcasts
  • Enabling DNS
  • Assigning dynamic IP addresses
  • Disabling DHCP (correct)
  • How does disabling DNS impact network communication?

  • Prevents unauthorized devices from connecting
  • Requires the use of IP addresses for communication (correct)
  • Expands the range of IP addresses used
  • Allows devices to communicate over the network
  • Which technique would provide secure access to a server in a small office without implementing a DMZ or hardware firewall?

  • Enabling wireless encryption
  • Port forwarding (correct)
  • Implementing VLANs
  • MAC address filtering
  • What is the primary purpose of subnetting a network?

    <p>Change the range of IP addresses used</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action is specific to enhancing wireless network security?

    <p>Disabling SSID broadcasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible reason for low bandwidth and intermittent connectivity in a wireless network?

    <p>Interference from outside sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What problem is indicated if the combination of low bandwidth and intermittent connectivity is observed in a wireless network?

    <p>Weak wireless signal or interference</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the proximity of a wireless NIC to an access point affect connectivity?

    <p>Increases connectivity speed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about the effectiveness of port triggering based on the provided configuration?

    <p>Allows inbound traffic through a specific port</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action would not help improve wireless network security based on the given information?

    <p>Adjusting the antenna for stronger signal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to address interference from outside sources in a wireless network?

    <p>To enhance network security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protocol used for file and printer sharing on Windows networks?

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

    Which network protocol has been replaced by TCP/IP?

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

    What measure prevents unauthorized devices from automatically obtaining IP address information on a network?

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

    Which action would prevent unauthorized devices from connecting and potentially enable malicious access over a network?

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

    What does UEFI stand for in the context of firmware?

    <p>Unified Extensible Firmware Interface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method involves changing the range of IP addresses used in a network?

    <p>Subnetting the network</p> Signup and view all the answers

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