Networking Basics Overview

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What protocol is used for sending email messages between servers?

SMTP

What does a VPN (Virtual Private Network) use to securely send and receive data?

Public infrastructure

Which network connectivity method uses communication satellites over large distances?

Satellite

What does Edge Computing aim to reduce?

Bandwidth usage

Which aspect of network management involves setting up and managing network devices like routers and switches?

Configuration

Which type of network spans a small geographical area, typically within a single building or campus?

LAN (Local Area Network)

Which network component is responsible for connecting multiple networks together and facilitating data exchange between them?

Routers

What is the primary function of a modem in a network?

To modulate and demodulate digital data for transmission over analog communication lines

Which network protocol suite governs communication over the internet and many private networks?

TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)

Which of the following is NOT a physical component used for transmitting data in a network?

Switches

This quiz provides an overview of networking basics, covering definitions and types of networks such as LAN, WAN, and MAN. Test your knowledge on connecting computers and devices to share resources effectively.

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