1. What is the definition of a network?

A. A system of disconnected devices

B. A system of interconnected devices for communication
C. A single device communicating with another
D. A collection of software applications
ANSWER: B

2. What is the main benefit of using networks in organizations?

A. Reduced resource sharing
B. Increased isolation
C. Resource sharing and communication
D. Higher hardware costs
ANSWER: C

3. Which of these is a task performed by networks?

A. Data storage
B. Providing communication paths
C. Increasing isolation
D. Storing backup files
ANSWER: B

4. What is a link in a network?

A. A software application
B. A communication pathway between devices
C. A hardware device
D. A user interface for data entry
ANSWER: B

5. Which is NOT a common task performed by networks?

A. Facilitating communication
B. Ensuring data is transferred
C. Storing data
D. Connecting devices to the internet
ANSWER: C

6. What type of devices are typically parts of a network?

A. Only computers
B. Only routers
C. Devices like computers, servers, and switches
D. Only software applications
ANSWER: C

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7. What is the primary function of a transmission medium in a network?
A. Storing data
B. Allowing communication between devices
C. Protecting data from viruses
D. Routing data packets
ANSWER: B

8. What is the main purpose of using protocols in a network?

A. To govern communication between devices
B. To increase security
C. To manage the storage of data
D. To connect devices physically
ANSWER: A

9. What does an intermediary device do in a network?

A. Stores data
B. Connects hosts and performs functions like routing
C. Routes traffic between two networks only
D. Encrypts data for secure transmission
ANSWER: B

10. 10. What is a network protocol?

A. A device used for data transmission
B. A set of rules governing data communication
C. A type of network architecture
D. A storage method for files
ANSWER: B

11. Which of the following is a common network protocol?

A. HTTP
B. RAM
C. TCP
D. CPU
ANSWER: A

12. What is client-server architecture?

A. A type of network where clients manage data access
B. A network where the server manages communication and data
C. A network where devices directly communicate with each other
D. A type of wireless communication
ANSWER: B

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13. Which network architecture allows devices to communicate directly without a central
server?
A. Client-server
B. Peer-to-peer
C. Hybrid
D. Cloud
ANSWER: B

14. What is the primary feature of a hybrid network?

A. A mix of client-server and peer-to-peer structures
B. The use of only one communication protocol
C. A single server managing all communication
D. A wireless-only network
ANSWER: A

15. What is the role of a router in a network?

A. To store data
B. To route data between different networks
C. To connect devices within a network
D. To encrypt data
ANSWER: B

16. What is the purpose of flow control in networking?

A. To ensure data is encrypted
B. To regulate the amount of data sent to avoid congestion
C. To increase network traffic
D. To ensure data privacy
ANSWER: B

17. What does the term “multiplexing” refer to?

A. Sending data to multiple destinations at once
B. The division of data into smaller packets
C. Sending multiple signals over a single medium
D. Managing congestion in a network
ANSWER: C

18. What is the main characteristic of a simplex communication system?

A. Data travels in both directions, but not at the same time
B. Data travels in one direction only
C. Data travels both directions simultaneously
D. Devices communicate through multiple links
ANSWER: B

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19. What is a full-duplex communication system?
A. Data travels in one direction only
B. Data travels in both directions simultaneously
C. Data travels in both directions, but not simultaneously
D. Data is transferred over wireless communication only
ANSWER: B

20. What type of network topology connects all devices to a central point?
A. Ring
B. Bus
C. Star
D. Mesh
ANSWER: C

21. Which network topology connects devices in a circular manner?

A. Star
B. Mesh
C. Bus
D. Ring
ANSWER: D

22. What is the advantage of a mesh topology?

A. Lower cost
B. High redundancy and reliability
C. Easy to set up
D. Reduced network traffic
ANSWER: B

23. What is an IP address used for in networking?

A. To identify devices on a network
B. To store data
C. To route data to the destination
D. To encrypt communication
ANSWER: A

24. What does DNS stand for in networking?

A. Digital Network System
B. Domain Name System
C. Direct Network Service
D. Dynamic Network Security
ANSWER: B

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25. What is the role of DNS in networking?
A. To route data between devices
B. To convert domain names into IP addresses
C. To store web pages
D. To encrypt data for security
ANSWER: B

26. Which of these protocols is used for secure communication over the web?
A. FTP
B. HTTP
C. HTTPS
D. SMTP
ANSWER: C

27. What does bandwidth refer to in networking?

A. The amount of data that can be transmitted in a given time period
B. The physical distance between devices
C. The amount of traffic in a network
D. The protocol used for communication
ANSWER: A

28. What is the purpose of a firewall in a network?

A. To connect devices within a network
B. To secure a network by monitoring and controlling incoming and outgoing traffic
C. To store data for future use
D. To route traffic between different networks
ANSWER: B

29. What does the term "latency" refer to in a network?

A. The amount of data transmitted
B. The time it takes for data to travel from source to destination
C. The physical location of devices
D. The number of devices connected to the network
ANSWER: B

30. What is a switch used for in a network?

A. To route data between different networks
B. To manage traffic within a single network
C. To store data
D. To encrypt data
ANSWER: B

31. What is a network bridge?

A. A device used to convert digital signals to analog
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 B. A device used to connect different network segments
C. A wireless network access point
D. A type of data encryption
ANSWER: B

32. What is the role of a modem in networking?

A. To encrypt data
B. To store data temporarily
C. To convert digital data into analog signals and vice versa
D. To route traffic between networks
ANSWER: C

33. What type of network connects devices within a single building or campus?
A. LAN (Local Area Network)
B. WAN (Wide Area Network)
C. MAN (Metropolitan Area Network)
D. VPN (Virtual Private Network)
ANSWER: A

34. Which of the following is a common transmission medium for networks?

A. Light waves
B. Water waves
C. Copper wire
D. Sound waves
ANSWER: C

35. What is the purpose of network security protocols?

A. To speed up data transmission
B. To ensure the safe transfer of data across the network
C. To manage network traffic
D. To provide wireless communication
ANSWER: B

36. What is an example of an intermediary device in a network?

A. Server
B. Router
C. Application
D. User
ANSWER: B

37. What type of network involves communication directly between devices without a
central server?
A. Client-server network
B. Peer-to-peer network
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D. Wireless network
ANSWER: B

38. What is the purpose of a virtual private network (VPN)?

A. To secure communication over the internet
B. To increase the speed of data transfer
C. To extend a network’s physical reach
D. To connect wireless devices
ANSWER: A

39. What is the primary characteristic of a client-server network?

A. Devices communicate directly with each other
B. A central server controls communication and data
C. Devices can connect without an internet connection
D. No central server is required
ANSWER: B

40. What is the purpose of a network hub?

A. To route data between different networks
B. To connect devices within a local network
C. To store data
D. To secure the network from attacks
ANSWER: B

41. Which of the following is an example of a transmission medium?

A. Router
B. Ethernet cable
C. Switch
D. Hub
ANSWER: B

42. What does the term "latency" refer to in networking?

A. The total amount of data transferred in a network
B. The delay before a transfer of data begins
C. The speed of the network connection
D. The number of users on a network
ANSWER: B

43. In which situation would a peer-to-peer network be most useful?

A. Large corporations with multiple departments
B. Small office or home networks
C. Large-scale data centers
D. Networks requiring high levels of security
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44. A switch in a network:

A. Stores data for later access
B. Routes data packets between different networks
C. Directs data between devices within the same network
D. Encrypts data for secure transfer
ANSWER: C

45. Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for establishing, managing, and terminating
connections between applications?
A. Physical layer
B. Data link layer
C. Transport layer
D. Application layer
ANSWER: D

46. The term "bandwidth" refers to:

A. The physical size of a transmission medium
B. The amount of data a network can handle per second
C. The range of frequencies used in a communication channel
D. The total number of devices on a network
ANSWER: B

47. Which of the following is a benefit of cloud computing in networking?

A. Improved physical security
B. Easier hardware management
C. Increased data redundancy
D. Reduced bandwidth usage
ANSWER: C

48. The main difference between TCP and UDP is:

A. TCP is connection-oriented, while UDP is connectionless
B. UDP is more reliable than TCP
C. TCP uses less bandwidth than UDP
D. UDP is used for email communication
ANSWER: A

49. Which of the following is a valid IPv4 address?

A. 256.256.256.256
B. 192.168.1.1
C. 2001:0db8:85a3:0000:0000:8a2e:0370:7334
D. 12345
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50. What is a subnet mask used for in networking?

A. To identify the physical address of a device
B. To determine which portion of an IP address is used for network identification
C. To assign IP addresses to devices
D. To prevent unauthorized access to a network
ANSWER: B

51. The purpose of the OSI model in networking is to:

A. Provide a structure for network management
B. Standardize the communication functions of a network
C. Increase network security
D. Optimize network traffic flow
ANSWER: B

52. A "hub" in a network is used to:

A. Route data packets between devices
B. Connect multiple devices in a single network segment
C. Encrypt data for security
D. Store data for later access
ANSWER: B

53. The main function of a router in a network is to:

A. Route data between different networks
B. Manage local network traffic
C. Store files for easy access
D. Secure data from unauthorized access
ANSWER: A

54. A network’s recovery refers to:

A. Error correction
B. The time taken to restore service after a failure
C. Increased network throughput
D. Reducing signal noise
ANSWER: B

55. Which of the following is a major advantage of hybrid network architecture?

A. It combines elements of both peer-to-peer and client-server models.
B. It allows faster transmission of data.
C. It requires fewer devices to operate efficiently.
D. It uses a single transmission medium.
ANSWER: A

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56. A network that allows devices to communicate directly with each other without a
central server is called:
A. Client-Server Network
B. Hybrid Network
C. Peer-to-Peer Network
D. Star Network
ANSWER: C

57. In full-duplex communication, devices:

A. Can send and receive data simultaneously.
B. Can only send or receive data at a time.
C. Can send data but cannot receive data.
D. Can neither send nor receive data.
ANSWER: A

58. The performance of a network can be measured by:

A. Response time and throughput
B. Only throughput
C. Only delay
D. Number of connected devices
ANSWER: A

59. The primary goal of flow control in networking is to:

A. Prevent congestion by managing data transfer speeds.
B. Ensure data is error-free.
C. Establish secure data paths.
D. Increase the amount of transmitted data.
ANSWER: A

60. Which of the following is used as a transmission medium in networks?

A. Fiber-optic cable
B. Bluetooth technology
C. Satellite dishes
D. Infrared light
ANSWER: A

61. What does the term 'half-duplex' refer to in networking?

A. Data can be transmitted and received at the same time.
B. Data can be transmitted in one direction only.
C. Devices can transmit and receive, but not at the same time.
D. Data transmission is only one way, with no reception.
ANSWER: C

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62. In which of the following communication modes can both devices transmit and receive
simultaneously?
A. Simplex
B. Half-duplex
C. Full-duplex
D. Uni-directional
ANSWER: C

63. The primary function of a server in a client-server network is to:

A. Make requests to other servers.
B. Serve requests from clients.
C. Transmit data only.
D. Send acknowledgment signals.
ANSWER: B

64. Which of the following is considered a key factor when evaluating network
performance?
A. Interfacing
B. Response time
C. Distance between devices
D. Number of Nodes
ANSWER: B

65. In a Half Duplex communication mode, data can:

A. Travel in both directions simultaneously.
B. Only travel in one direction.
C. Travel in one direction but can be reversed.
D. Be received and transmitted at the same time.
ANSWER: C

66. Which network architecture involves devices that both transmit and receive at the
same level?
A. Client-Server
B. Peer-to-peer
C. Hybrid
D. Ring
ANSWER: B

67. What is the purpose of error detection and correction in network communication?
A. To prevent unauthorized access.
B. To ensure data is transmitted accurately.
C. To increase data throughput.
D. To monitor data flow.
ANSWER: B
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68. Which of the following is not an example of a transmission medium?
A. Router
B. Fiber
C. Ethernet
D. Microwave
ANSWER: A

69. Which of the following is a component of network hardware?

A. Medium
B. Headers
C. IP addresses
D. Algorithms
ANSWER: A

70. What is the main purpose of a network?

A. To connect multiple devices for data exchange
B. To increase security
C. To limit data access
D. To control the flow of electricity
ANSWER: A

71. A point-to-point connection in a network means that:

A. Only two devices are connected with a dedicated link
B. Multiple devices share the same link
C. The link is shared by many devices
D. Devices do not exchange data
ANSWER: A

72. Which of the following describes a multipoint connection?

A. A dedicated link between two devices
B. More than two devices sharing a link
C. A network without any links
D. Devices are connected in a star configuration
ANSWER: B

73. A mesh topology ensures:

A. A dedicated link between every pair of devices
B. Devices are connected through a central hub
C. Devices share a single link
D. A bus network structure
ANSWER: A

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74. What is the main disadvantage of a mesh topology?
A. Simple installation
B. Excessive cabling and expensive hardware
C. Easy fault isolation
D. High robustness
ANSWER: B

75. In a star topology, each device is connected to:

A. Every other device
B. A central hub or switch
C. A main bus cable
D. Only one device
ANSWER: B

76. A major disadvantage of star topology is:

A. Expensive cabling
B. Dependency on a central hub
C. Limited expansion
D. Complexity of installation
ANSWER: B

77. In a bus topology, data transmission is:

A. Broadcasted to all devices
B. Unidirectional
C. Only between adjacent devices
D. Managed by a central hub
ANSWER: A

78. Which of the following is true about a bus topology?

A. It uses a single backbone cable
B. Each device is connected to every other device
C. Data transmission is very secure
D. It has no fault isolation
ANSWER: A

79. In a ring topology, data travels:

A. In one direction only
B. In both directions
C. Between all devices
D. Through a central hub
ANSWER: A

80. Which of the following is a disadvantage of a ring topology?

A. Easy fault isolation
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C. The failure of one device can bring down the entire network
D. High cabling cost
ANSWER: C

81. What is the purpose of a terminator in a bus topology?

A. To split the signal
B. To receive the data
C. To remove the data from the line
D. To amplify the signal
ANSWER: C

82. Which topology uses a single backbone cable to connect all devices?
A. Star
B. Mesh
C. Bus
D. Ring
ANSWER: C

83. A Local Area Network (LAN) typically covers:

A. A large geographic area
B. A single building or campus
C. Multiple cities
D. Entire countries
ANSWER: B

84. The IEEE standard for Ethernet used in LANs is:

A. 802.1
B. 802.2
C. 802.3
D. 802.4
ANSWER: C

85. A Wide Area Network (WAN) spans a:

A. Small area such as a building
B. Country or continent
C. Single room or floor
D. Private office network
ANSWER: B

86. WANs typically use technologies such as:

A. Ethernet and Wi-Fi
B. Frame Relay and ATM
C. Bluetooth and NFC
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ANSWER: B

87. A key characteristic of a WAN is:

A. High data transfer rate
B. Geographic spread over large areas
C. Limited number of devices
D. Single administrative control
ANSWER: B

88. The OSI model was created to standardize:

A. The physical devices used in networks
B. The protocols used in different network layers
C. The software needed for networking
D. The physical locations of networks
ANSWER: B

89. Which OSI layer is responsible for routing data between different networks?
A. Physical
B. Data Link
C. Network
D. Transport
ANSWER: C

90. Which layer of the OSI model defines how data is physically transmitted over the
network?
A. Application
B. Physical
C. Data Link
D. Transport
ANSWER: B

91. The primary function of the Transport layer is to:

A. Control data flow between devices
B. Provide error detection
C. Provide end-to-end communication
D. Route packets between devices
ANSWER: C

92. In the OSI model, which layer is responsible for ensuring reliable data transfer?
A. Network
B. Transport
C. Data Link
D. Application
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93. The Data Link layer is responsible for:

A. Managing routing tables
B. Encapsulating packets into frames
C. Establishing end-to-end communication
D. Encrypting data for transmission
ANSWER: B

94. Which of the following describes the Physical layer?

A. Deals with error correction
B. Responsible for routing packets
C. Defines electrical and physical connection standards
D. Provides application-specific data services
ANSWER: C

95. Which layer of the OSI model is closest to the end user?
A. Transport
B. Network
C. Application
D. Data Link
ANSWER: C

96. What does the Data Link layer use to identify the sender and receiver?
A. IP addresses
B. MAC addresses
C. Port numbers
D. Hostnames
ANSWER: B

97. Which OSI layer handles error detection and correction in the data transmission?
A. Application
B. Data Link
C. Transport
D. Physical
ANSWER: B

98. In the OSI model, what happens at the Application layer?

A. The data is encrypted
B. Applications interact with network services
C. Data is routed to the correct destination
D. Signals are transmitted over the media
ANSWER: B

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99. In a network, what does the term "multiplexing" refer to?
A. Sending multiple signals over a single channel
B. Error detection in the data transmission
C. Establishing end-to-end communication
D. Controlling when data is sent
ANSWER: A

100. What is a key disadvantage of ALOHA in network communication?

A. High efficiency
B. Low utilization due to collisions
C. Complicated to implement
D. Requires specialized hardware
ANSWER: B

101. Which of the following is an improvement over ALOHA to reduce collisions?

A. CSMA/CD
B. Slotted ALOHA
C. Frame Relay
D. TCP/IP
ANSWER: B

102. What does CSMA/CD stand for?

A. Carrier-Synchronized Multiple Access with Collision Detection
B. Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection
C. Common Synchronized Multiple Access with Collision Detection
D. Carrier Send Multiple Access with Communication Delivery
ANSWER: B

103. In a Hub-based network, data from one port is sent to:

A. The destination device only
B. All other connected devices
C. The central router
D. Only the devices on the same subnet
ANSWER: B

104. What is a major disadvantage of using a Hub in a network?

A. It is costly
B. It has no security features
C. It causes inefficient data transmission
D. It has limited connection points
ANSWER: C

105. Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for session management and
controls dialogs between devices?
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 A. Network
B. Session
C. Transport
D. Application
ANSWER: B

106. What is an example of a WAN protocol?

A. HTTP
B. IP
C. Ethernet
D. HDLC
ANSWER: D

107. What function does a router perform in a network?

A. Route data within a local network
B. Route data between different networks
C. Control access to the physical medium
D. Identify the sender and receiver of data
ANSWER: B

108. What is the primary purpose of a switch in a network?

A. Connect multiple networks
B. Direct data to the correct destination within a LAN
C. Amplify the data signal
D. Filter traffic between different networks
ANSWER: B

109. In which type of network is CSMA/CD most commonly used?

A. Bus
B. Star
C. Mesh
D. Ring
ANSWER: A

110. The failure of which device in a star topology causes the entire network to fail?
A. A device connected to the hub
B. The central hub or switch
C. A bus cable
D. The server
ANSWER: B

111. What is the primary disadvantage of a bus topology?

A. High installation cost
B. Complexity in reconfiguring the network
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D. Requires many switches
ANSWER: C

112. A major advantage of mesh topology is:

A. Simple to install
B. Reduced number of cables
C. Increased reliability due to dedicated links
D. Requires less hardware
ANSWER: C

113. A ring topology can be made fault-tolerant by using:

A. A central hub
B. Dual rings or switches
C. A bus backbone
D. Multiple routers
ANSWER: B

114. In which scenario would you most likely use a Wide Area Network (WAN)?
A. Connecting devices within a single building
B. Connecting devices over a city or country
C. Connecting devices within a single office
D. Connecting devices in a single room
ANSWER: B

115. The central device in a star topology is typically a:

A. Hub, switch, or router
B. Terminal
C. Bridge
D. Server
ANSWER: A

116. Which of the following topologies allows direct communication between devices
without the need for a central controller?
A. Star
B. Bus
C. Mesh
D. Ring
ANSWER: C

117. What is a characteristic of a LAN?

A. It covers a large geographical area
B. It connects multiple cities
C. It typically operates at speeds from 10 Mbps to 100 Mbps
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ANSWER: C

118. The term "multiplexing" refers to:

A. Using a single transmission channel for multiple data streams
B. Multiplying signal strength for transmission
C. A process of error correction
D. Routing data through multiple paths
ANSWER: A

119. Which topology offers the most reliable communication with redundant paths?
A. Bus
B. Star
C. Mesh
D. Ring
ANSWER: C

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