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Computer Networks

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Computer networks form the backbone of digital communication, connecting multiple devices to share data and resources. This area covers network architectures, transmission media, modems, and topologies like LAN. These concepts are crucial for computer knowledge sections in banking and government exams.

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Computer Networks Questions

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a widely used network architecture?

  1. Client-server

  2. Peer-to-peer

  3. Star topology

  4. Bus topology
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The client-server architecture is a common network architecture where clients request services from centralized servers.

Multiple choice

What is the purpose of a MAC address in a network?

  1. To identify a specific network interface

  2. To assign an IP address to a device

  3. To establish a connection between two devices

  4. To route data packets across a network
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

A MAC address is a unique identifier assigned to a network interface, allowing it to be distinguished from other devices on the network.

Multiple choice

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

  1. To connect devices to a network

  2. To route data packets between networks

  3. To provide internet access to devices

  4. To store and manage network data
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

A switch is a networking device that connects devices to a network, allowing them to communicate with each other.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common network topology used in small office or home networks?

  1. Star topology

  2. Bus topology

  3. Ring topology

  4. Mesh topology
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

In a star topology, all devices are connected to a central hub or switch, forming a star-like structure.

Multiple choice

What is the purpose of a router in a network?

  1. To connect devices to a network

  2. To route data packets between networks

  3. To provide internet access to devices

  4. To store and manage network data
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

A router is a networking device that connects multiple networks and routes data packets between them, ensuring that they reach their intended destinations.

Multiple choice

What is the purpose of a modem in a network?

  1. To connect devices to a network

  2. To route data packets between networks

  3. To provide internet access to devices

  4. To convert digital signals to analog signals
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

A modem is a device that converts digital signals from a computer into analog signals that can be transmitted over a telephone line or other analog medium.

Multiple choice

What is the purpose of a proxy server in a network?

  1. To connect devices to a network

  2. To route data packets between networks

  3. To provide internet access to devices

  4. To act as an intermediary between clients and servers
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

A proxy server acts as an intermediary between clients and servers, handling requests and responses on behalf of the clients, improving performance and security.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a type of communication network?

  1. Centralized

  2. Decentralized

  3. Chain

  4. Wheel
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The wheel network is not a type of communication network. It is a type of social network.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a type of communication network?

  1. Chain

  2. Wheel

  3. Star

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Chain, wheel, and star are all types of communication networks.

Multiple choice

In a distributed system, what is the term for the ability of a system to recover from failures and restore its normal operation?

  1. Scalability

  2. Reliability

  3. Fault Tolerance

  4. Resilience
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Resilience refers to a distributed system's ability to recover from failures and maintain its functionality.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a type of migration network?

  1. Chain migration

  2. Step migration

  3. Return migration

  4. Circular migration
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Return migration is not a type of migration network.

Multiple choice

Which of the following factors contribute to network reliability?

  1. Network architecture and design.

  2. Quality of network components and equipment.

  3. Network maintenance and monitoring practices.

  4. All of the above.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Network reliability is influenced by a combination of factors, including network architecture and design, the quality of network components and equipment, and effective network maintenance and monitoring practices.

Multiple choice

What is the concept of Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) in network reliability?

  1. The average time between successive failures of a network component or system.

  2. The average time required to repair or replace a failed network component or system.

  3. The probability of a network component or system failing within a given time period.

  4. The maximum time a network component or system can operate without failing.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) is a measure of network reliability that represents the average time between consecutive failures of a network component or system.

Multiple choice

What is the concept of Mean Time To Repair (MTTR) in network reliability?

  1. The average time between successive failures of a network component or system.

  2. The average time required to repair or replace a failed network component or system.

  3. The probability of a network component or system failing within a given time period.

  4. The maximum time a network component or system can operate without failing.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Mean Time To Repair (MTTR) is a measure of network reliability that represents the average time required to repair or replace a failed network component or system.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common approach to improving network reliability?

  1. Implementing redundant network components and systems.

  2. Regularly performing network maintenance and upgrades.

  3. Using high-quality network components and equipment.

  4. All of the above.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Improving network reliability involves a combination of strategies, including implementing redundant network components and systems, regularly performing network maintenance and upgrades, and using high-quality network components and equipment.