CompTIA A+ Domain 2: Networking Welcome to your CompTIA A+ Domain 2: Networking 1. CompTIA A+: Networking In an IPv6 address, what is the typical format of a link-local address? A. FE80::/10 B. FD00::/8 C. 2001::/16 D. FC00::/7 None 2. CompTIA A+: Networking What is the function of the ARP (Address Resolution Protocol) in a network? A. It translates IP addresses to MAC addresses. B. It encrypts data packets for secure transmission. C. It assigns IP addresses to devices on a network. D. It determines the fastest route for data packets. None 3. CompTIA A+: Networking In network security, what does a 'DMZ' (Demilitarized Zone) refer to? A. A network segment isolated for testing new applications B. A network segment that separates internal networks from untrusted external networks C. A backup network activated during security breaches D. A network exclusively for internal communications None 4. CompTIA A+: Networking Which wireless encryption protocol is considered the most secure for Wi-Fi networks? A. WEP B. WPA C. WPA2 D. WPS None 5. CompTIA A+: Networking What does the term '10/100/1000' refer to in the context of Ethernet networking? A. The number of allowable connected devices B. Network latency in milliseconds C. Network speeds in Mbps D. Cable length in meters None 6. CompTIA A+: Networking What is the primary function of the QoS (Quality of Service) feature in a router? A. To provide backup power in case of outage B. To prioritize certain types of network traffic C. To encrypt data packets D. To assign static IP addresses to devices None 7. CompTIA A+: Networking In networking, what is the purpose of the 'traceroute' command? A. To map the route data takes across the network B. To test the network speed between two points C. To configure routing tables D. To detect network intrusion None 8. CompTIA A+: Networking Which type of network cable is used to connect a computer to a switch in a standard Ethernet network? A. Crossover cable B. Coaxial cable C. Fiber optic cable D. Straight-through cable None 9. CompTIA A+: Networking What does the term 'latency' refer to in a network? A. The number of data packets lost during transmission B. The speed at which a network can transfer data C. The time it takes for a data packet to travel from source to destination D. The capacity of a network to handle data None 10. CompTIA A+: Networking In a TCP/IP network, what is the purpose of the 'subnet mask'? A. To identify the network portion of an IP address B. To encrypt data packets C. To detect network intrusion D. To prioritize network traffic None 11. CompTIA A+: Networking What is the primary function of a VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network)? A. To extend the physical reach of the network B. To segregate broadcast domains in a Layer 2 network C. To provide a backup in case of network failure D. To encrypt data traffic within a network None 12. CompTIA A+: Networking In the OSI model, at which layer does the IPv4 protocol operate? A. Layer 1 (Physical Layer) B. Layer 3 (Network Layer) C. Layer 5 (Session Layer) D. Layer 7 (Application Layer) None 13. CompTIA A+: Networking Which protocol is used for securely transferring files over a network in a UNIX-like environment? A. FTP B. TFTP C. SFTP D. SMTP None 14. CompTIA A+: Networking What is the primary purpose of the DNS (Domain Name System)? A. To encrypt internet communications B. To distribute network traffic evenly C. To translate human-readable domain names to IP addresses D. To manage email delivery None 15. CompTIA A+: Networking In networking, what does NAT (Network Address Translation) accomplish? A. It encrypts data leaving a network. B. It converts private IP addresses to public IP addresses. C. It distributes IP addresses to devices on a network. D. It blocks unauthorized access to a network. None 16. CompTIA A+: Networking What is the primary function of SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)? A. To encrypt network traffic B. To manage network devices and monitor network performance C. To allocate IP addresses within a network D. To provide a secure channel for data transmission None 17. CompTIA A+: Networking Which of the following is a characteristic of a fiber optic cable? A. Susceptible to electromagnetic interference B. Used primarily for analog transmission C. Higher latency than coaxial cables D. Capable of carrying data over longer distances without signal degradation None 18. CompTIA A+: Networking In a wireless network, what does MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output) technology improve? A. Encryption strength B. Data transmission speed and reliability C. Signal range D. Compatibility with older devices None 19. CompTIA A+: Networking Which type of cable is typically used for a Gigabit Ethernet connection? A. Cat3 B. Cat5 C. Cat5e D. RG-6 None 20. CompTIA A+: Networking What is the primary role of a firewall in a computer network? A. To manage the allocation of IP addresses B. To monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic C. To provide a physical connection between network devices D. To increase the speed of data transmission None 1 out of 20 Time is Up! Time's up
