Networking Technologies Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of a network backbone?

To allow network workstations to communicate with each other
To provide a high-speed communication path between network segments (correct)
To define the boundaries of network responsibility
To connect all network segments and servers directly

What is the role of a 'demarcation point' or 'demarc' in a network?

It defines the point of responsibility between the customer's network and the service provider's network (correct)
It is a piece of equipment used to run diagnostics on the network
It is the physical connection point between the backbone and the network segments
It is a protocol used to manage the flow of data between network segments

Which network topology connects all nodes (servers, workstations) directly to each other?

Bus topology
Mesh topology (correct)
Ring topology
Star topology

Which WAN technology is known for its high-speed, reliable data transmission?

SONET (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of a bus topology over other network topologies?

Lower cost of implementation (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which network topology is characterized by a circular arrangement of nodes, where data flows in a single direction?

Ring topology (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key advantage of Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) over other WAN technologies?

Ability to create a ring topology (C) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of Wide Area Networks (WANs), what does the term "SONET" refer to?

A standardized protocol for transmitting data over fiber optic cables (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following topologies is NOT commonly used in Wide Area Networks (WANs)?

Bus topology (A) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of Software-Defined Wide Area Networks (SD-WANs), what is the primary function of the SDWAN controller?

To dynamically manage connectivity, devices, and services based on current operations (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about Software-Defined Wide Area Networks (SD-WANs) is NOT true?

SD-WANs require a specific physical topology, such as a ring or mesh topology. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) in Wide Area Networks (WANs)?

To impose labels on data packets and use those labels for forwarding (D) Signup and view all the answers

What technology is commonly used to provide high-speed digital services to homes and businesses?

Copper connections (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which technology is known for providing dedicated, secure, and exclusive connections between two endpoints?

Leased line (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key feature of a MAN (Metropolitan Area Network) in terms of connectivity?

Uses optical connectivity (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which technology is used for providing networking services without the need for hardware switches or routers?

Virtualized processes (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of network topology emphasizes resilience and fault tolerance by providing multiple paths between nodes?

Mesh Topology (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which WAN technology is specifically designed to handle high-speed data transmission over long distances?

SONET (D) Signup and view all the answers