Networking Concepts Overview

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What type of IPv6 address is FC00::/7 classified as?

Multicast address
Global unicast address
Unique local address (correct)
Link-local address

Which address type is used for communications within the local subnet only?

Global unicast address
Unique local address
Link-local address (correct)
Multicast address

Why are Site-local addresses deprecated in IPv6?

They have been replaced by Link-local addresses
They are routable on the global Internet
They are equivalent to IPv4 global addresses
They have been replaced by Unique Local Addresses (correct)

Which IPv6 address block is used for multicast communications?

FF00::/8 (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the FE80::/10 range in IPv6?

Link-local addresses (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which configuration can lead to late collisions on an Ethernet interface?

One side configured for half-duplex (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'unique local address' in IPv6 signify?

Address not routable on the global Internet (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of link-local addresses in IPv6?

Facilitate neighbor discovery (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of organization is best suited for a collapsed-core architecture?

Small and needs to reduce networking costs (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of using a collapsed-core architecture for small organizations?

Simplified management and reduced costs (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does a collapsed-core model eliminate compared to a traditional three-tier model?

The core layer (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is NOT a reason why small organizations benefit from a collapsed core architecture?

High-level redundancy (C) Signup and view all the answers

What network requirement is particularly alleviated for small institutions by adopting a collapsed-core architecture?

Requirements for extensive IT staffing (D) Signup and view all the answers

In setting up an IPv6 network, what is typically the main goal of address compression?

To simplify the configuration and networking (D) Signup and view all the answers

The IPv6 address 2001:0EB8:00C1:2200:0001:0000:0000:0331/64 compresses to which of the following?

2001:EB8:C1:22:1::331/64 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the notation for the IPv6 address given in the scenario?

Hexadecimal notated (A) Signup and view all the answers

What method does a data center dedicated to a single client use to achieve redundancy?

Exclusively using virtual server clustering (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the collapsed core layer in a two-tier architecture?

Enforcing routing policies (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a Layer 3 device?

To route traffic between different networks (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which function is NOT typically associated with the core layer in a three-tier architecture?

Performing data encryption (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of virtual server clustering?

Provides fault tolerance and high availability (D) Signup and view all the answers

In a networking context, what does a Layer 3 device primarily manage?

Addressing and routing capabilities between networks (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the core layer in a three-tier architecture is false?

It deals exclusively with physical hardware connections. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant function of applications running on servers to fulfill workstation requests?

To send and retrieve data efficiently (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which command must be issued on the interface to compress the address 2001:0db8:0000:0000:0500:000a:400F:583B?

ipv6 address 2001:db8::500:a:400F:583B (A) Signup and view all the answers

What function does a firewall serve in a network?

To check the state of a packet to verify its legitimacy (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key role of access points in an enterprise network?

Connecting wireless devices to a wired network (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a layer 2 switch?

A network appliance that connects devices on a single network segment (A) Signup and view all the answers

What role does a load balancer perform in a network?

Distributing incoming network traffic across multiple servers (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which device is primarily responsible for managing wireless connections in enterprise networks?

An access point (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true about stateful firewalls?

They can inspect traffic based on previous packets and sessions (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary significance of address compression in IPv6?

It simplifies the configuration and reduces the chance of error (B) Signup and view all the answers

What happens when power usage on a PoE switch port is checked?

Data flow to the connected device is paused temporarily. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What action does the switch take if it detects a device using less power than configured minimum?

It assumes the device has failed and disconnects it. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What occurs when power consumption exceeds the administrative maximum value on a PoE switch?

A syslog message is issued and the port is shut down. (D) Signup and view all the answers

During frame flooding, what happens to frames on a switch?

Frames are sent to every port in the same VLAN except the originating port. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following defines the purpose of private IPv4 addresses?

Enables multiple companies to use the same IP address ranges without conflict. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does PoE monitoring and policing use to compare power consumption?

The configured maximum value or default port value. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does a switch do when the monitored port exceeds its allocated power during PoE operation?

Shuts down the monitored port and frees the allocated power. (B) Signup and view all the answers

In a PoE environment, what happens if no power is consumed by a device?

The switch disconnects the device thinking it has failed. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

IPv6 Unique Local Address

An IPv6 address not routable on the global Internet, used for communication within a local network.

Link-local address

IPv6 address used for communication within the local subnet only.