ITF+ Networking Fundamentals Flashcards
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What does LAN stand for in networking?
Answer: Local Area Network
LAN stands for Local Area Network, which connects devices within a limited geographic area such as a home or office building.
Which network topology connects all devices to a single central hub or switch?
Answer: Star
In a star topology, all devices connect to a central hub or switch, making it the most common topology in modern LANs.
What is the primary purpose of the OSI model?
Answer: To provide a standardized framework for network communication
The OSI model provides a seven-layer framework that standardizes how different network systems communicate with each other.
Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for routing packets between different networks?
Answer: Network (Layer 3)
The Network layer (Layer 3) handles logical addressing and routing of packets between networks using protocols like IP.
Which networking device connects multiple networks and forwards traffic based on IP addresses?
Answer: Router
A router connects multiple networks and uses IP routing tables to forward packets toward their destination networks.
Which type of network spans a large geographic area, such as connecting offices across multiple cities?
Answer: WAN
A WAN (Wide Area Network) spans large geographic areas, often connecting multiple LANs across cities, countries, or continents.
What is the function of a MAC address?
Answer: To uniquely identify a network interface on a local network
A MAC (Media Access Control) address is a hardware identifier burned into a network interface card that uniquely identifies it on a local network.