JumpStart – Computer Network Skills Check OLD 2

1. Question

What can Ping not be used for?

Connect two devices
Troubleshoot connectivity
Determine latency issues
Determine whether a device is offline

2. Question

DNS uses:

TCP port 23
TCP/UDP port 3389
UDP port 2
TCP/UDP port 53

3. Question

What is the most common version of IP used for network communications?

IP version 4
IP version 6
IP version 5
IP version 3

4. Question

Which is a proper IPv6 Hexadecimal notation?

00-B0-D0-63-C2-26
2001.0b8.85×3.0000.0000.8a2e.0370.7334
2001:0db8:85a3:0000:0000:8a2e:0370:7334
2001:0db8:85j3:0000:0000:8e2e:0370:7234

5. Question

RDP uses:

TCP port 3389
TCP/UDP port 3389
UDP port 2
TCP/UDP port 53

6. Question

What is the main protocol used for retrieving websites?

FTP
RDP
SMTP
HTTP

7. Question

What is IRC, and how does it work?

IRC is a chat protocol that is still in use today, and it works by allowing users to connect to chat rooms where they can send and receive text-based messages in real-time.
IRC is an email protocol that is no longer in use, and it works by using telnet to retrieve emails from a server.
IRC is a file transfer protocol that is no longer in use, and it works by allowing users to transfer files from one computer to another across the internet.
IRC is a video conferencing protocol that is still in use today, and it works by enabling users to have real-time video conversations with each other.

8. Question

What is a computer network?

A type of system that connects two or more computer-based devices for transmitting and sharing information.
A group of humans who use computers to communicate with each other.
A type of software used for organizing computer files.
A device used to connect computers to the internet.

9. Question

Which version of IP is most commonly used?

IPv3
IPv4
IPv6
IP-MAC

10. Question

What is the primary use of the Domain Name System (DNS)?

To provide the associated IP Addresses for domain names used to access websites.
To transfer large amounts of data packets over 512 bytes using the TCP protocol.
To establish connectionless communication channels between hosts on an IP based network.
To provide a Kelly blue book for network protocols such as TCP and UDP.

11. Question

What CLI command is the same in Linux and Windows?

taskkill
cd
man
clear

12. Question

What is a type of network connectivity?

Data Link
Presentation
Cellular
Application

13. Question

What is a computer network?

a set of computers sharing resources
a set of computers that are operational
a framework for building computers
a computer with an ethernet cord

14. Question

Which is a proper MAC address?

17-EC-D0-63-D2-96
00-B0-D0-63-C2
00-B0-C2-26
1203:hb8::3bce:2196:a251

15. Question

Using the internet, research the following: Who typically defines the mac address?

The User
Reddit
The Manufacturer
It's Undefined

16. Question

Which is an attribute of UDP?

No handshaking dialogue
Acknowledge sequencing
Segment retransmission
Connection-Oriented

17. Question

What would NOT be considered a short flag?

-h
–help
-k
-n 5

18. Question

What is SNMP and why is version 3 recommended over the previous versions?

SNMP is a protocol used to connect to network devices and set configurations. Version 3 is recommended because it is more secure than the previous versions.
SNMP is a protocol used for email communication. Version 3 is recommended because it is faster than the previous versions.
SNMP is a protocol used to transfer files between computers. Version 3 is recommended because it supports larger file sizes.
SNMP is a protocol used for video streaming. Version 3 is recommended because it has better video quality.

19. Question

What is the advantage of using fiber optic cables over other types of cables for carrying sensitive data?

Fiber optic cables have a wider array of benefits than other cables.
The signal loss with distance is very minimal with fiber optic cables.
Fiber optic cables are the most secure medium available for carrying sensitive data.
Fiber optic cables are more lightweight and durable than other cables.

20. Question

What is considered a proper long flag in the Linux operating system?

–fullscreen
/f
-M
Ping