Microsoft Networking Essentials Exam Network Hardware & Infrastructure 2

Question 1

Which connector type is standard for most modern Ethernet twisted-pair cables?

Accepted Answer

RJ-45

Answer

RJ-45 connectors are the standard 8-pin connectors used for Ethernet twisted-pair network cables (Cat 5e, Cat 6, etc.).

Question 2

What is the difference between a hub and a switch?

Accepted Answer

A hub broadcasts to all ports; a switch forwards only to the destination port

Answer

A hub broadcasts incoming data to all connected ports (Layer 1), while a switch intelligently forwards data only to the specific port of the destination device using MAC addresses (Layer 2).

Question 3

Which type of fiber optic cable is designed for long-distance transmission and uses a single light path?

Accepted Answer

Single-mode fiber

Answer

Single-mode fiber has a smaller core diameter that allows only one light path, enabling transmission over much greater distances with less signal loss than multimode fiber.

Question 4

What is a VLAN used for in a network?

Accepted Answer

Logically segmenting a network without physical separation

Answer

A VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) logically segments network devices into separate broadcast domains without requiring physical separation, improving security and traffic management.

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of a patch panel in a network infrastructure?

Accepted Answer

Provide a central point for organizing and connecting network cables

Answer

A patch panel provides a centralized, organized termination point for network cabling, making it easier to manage and reconfigure network connections in a data closet.

Microsoft Networking Essentials Exam Practice Test

Microsoft Networking Essentials Exam Practice Test

Microsoft Networking Essentials Exam Network Hardware & Infrastructure 2