Network Theory: Subnetting and VLANs

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What is the primary purpose of subnetting in IPv4 addressing?

To increase the number of host addresses per network

To increase the number of networks by borrowing host bits (correct)

To enhance network security effectively

To reduce the number of networks available

What is the first step in subnetting a network ID?

Determine the broadcast address

Calculate the network IDs

Establish the IP address range

Borrow from host bits (correct)

When subnetting, what effect does borrowing bits have on the number of hosts?

Increases the number of hosts per subnet

Has no effect on the number of hosts

Allows for unlimited hosts in each subnet

Decreases the number of hosts per subnet (correct)

In the example using the network ID 192.168.89.0 with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0, what is the immediate action to take for subnetting?

Borrow from host bits Signup and view all the answers

What should you determine after establishing how many bits to borrow in the subnetting process?

Subnet mask Signup and view all the answers

What information is NOT typically calculated when performing subnet calculations?

Financial cost of the network Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of reducing the number of bits for host identification?

Decreases the potential number of hosts in each subnet Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider when calculating subnets?

Uptime of network devices Signup and view all the answers

Which type of VLAN is typically preconfigured on a switch and includes all switch ports by default?

Default VLAN Signup and view all the answers

What type of VLAN is used to support Voice over IP (VoIP) traffic?

Voice VLAN Signup and view all the answers

Which VLAN type can be utilized for administrative access to a network switch?

Management VLAN Signup and view all the answers

In the context of VLANs, what does the term 'Isolated VLAN' refer to?

A VLAN that restricts communication between its members Signup and view all the answers

Which command would you use to list the current VLANs recognized by a Cisco switch?

show vlan Signup and view all the answers

What kind of traffic does a Data VLAN primarily carry?

User-generated traffic such as email and web browsing Signup and view all the answers

What does a Native VLAN receive?

Untagged frames from untagged ports Signup and view all the answers

Which type of private VLAN allows communication only between certain members?

Community VLAN Signup and view all the answers

Which class of network provides the most host information bits for subnetting?

Class A Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible outcome when subnetting a Class C network?

Create multiple smaller subnets Signup and view all the answers

What must you calculate when given certain network requirements like the number of hosts?

Number of IP addresses needed and required subnets Signup and view all the answers

What type of IP address calculation involves determining the network ID and broadcast address?

Provided an IP address analysis Signup and view all the answers

In a subnetted Class A network, what is typically true about the number of available subnets?

The number of subnets depends on the host bit allocation Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes how subnetting impacts network design?

It allows for efficient IP address distribution across multiple segments. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common goal of subnetting when managing a network?

To segregate traffic and improve network performance Signup and view all the answers

What is typically not a factor when determining how subnetting will be applied in network design?

The physical location of network devices Signup and view all the answers

What can trigger a dynamic VLAN assignment for a device?

Client device information such as MAC address Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common configuration error in VLAN management?

Incorrect VLAN assignment Signup and view all the answers

What is VLAN hopping?

An attack that allows access to a protected VLAN Signup and view all the answers

Which method is NOT associated with VLAN hopping attacks?

MAC address spoofing Signup and view all the answers

What might happen to devices that have not authenticated to the network?

They are placed in a quarantine VLAN Signup and view all the answers

Which statement correctly describes the access mode for switch ports connected to endpoints?

Ports should nearly always use access mode Signup and view all the answers

What undesired effect can VLAN isolation have on a network?

Potentially cutting off an entire group from the rest of the network Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential advantage of grouping all WLAN traffic into the same VLAN?

Simplified management and configuration Signup and view all the answers

What are the two types of VLAN ports on a switch?

Access port and Trunk port Signup and view all the answers

What does a trunk port manage?

Traffic from multiple VLANs Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a trunk in networking?

It is a single physical connection for multiple logical VLANs. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Cisco’s VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP)?

To synchronize VLAN information across switches. Signup and view all the answers

In most situations, how is each VLAN typically assigned in relation to IP addresses?

Each VLAN has its own subnet of IP addresses. Signup and view all the answers

What does the router see when multiple VLANs are connected to a single port?

Multiple logical LANs connected through one port. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of a trunk line between switches?

To allow data packets from different VLANs to communicate. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about VLANs is accurate?

Different VLANs can transmit over the same trunk line. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Subnetting

Subnetting, or classless addressing, modifies classful IPv4 addressing.
It involves borrowing bits from the host portion of the address to create additional network bits.
This increases the number of available networks but reduces the number of hosts per network.
Subnetting processes include determining the subnet mask, network IDs, and host IP address ranges. Calculations can be done using binary or formulas.
Exam questions often involve calculating subnets given network requirements or identifying subnet details from an IP address.

VLANs and Trunking

VLANs (Virtual LANs) segment a physical network into multiple logical networks.
Switch ports are configured as either access ports (connecting to hosts) or trunk ports (connecting to other network devices, carrying traffic from multiple VLANs).
Trunking protocols (like Cisco's VTP) manage VLAN traffic across trunk links.
A trunk is a single physical connection carrying multiple logical VLANs.

VLAN Types and Configuration

Common VLAN types include default, native, data, management, voice, and private VLANs.
Private VLANs further subdivide broadcast domains into isolated and community VLANs.
VLANs are configured and managed through switch software (e.g., using the show vlan command on Cisco switches).
VLANs can be assigned dynamically based on MAC addresses, location, or authentication.

VLAN Security and Troubleshooting

Common VLAN configuration errors include incorrect assignments, port modes, or isolation issues.
VLAN hopping is a security threat where attackers exploit vulnerabilities to access unauthorized VLANs. Methods used include double tagging and switch spoofing.
Devices failing authentication might be placed in a quarantine VLAN. All WLAN traffic may be grouped in a single VLAN for management purposes.

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This quiz covers key concepts of subnetting in IPv4 addressing and the basics of VLANs and trunking. You will learn how to calculate subnet masks, determine network IDs, and understand VLAN configurations. Perfect for networking students seeking to reinforce their learning on these crucial topics.