Question 1

Routers do not forward broadcast packets.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

In some wireless network configurations, a computer must send a special message to the AP before it can transmit data. What is this message called?

Accepted Answer

A)  RTS 
B)  ARP 
C)  CTS 
D)  DNS

Question 3

What is the importance of a default route?

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Question 4

List the five steps that a switch performs for each frame.

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Question 5

Which of the following is true about a NIC?

Accepted Answer

A)  For incoming messages, it creates frames from packets. 
B)  For outgoing messages, it assembles bit signals into frames. 
C)  For incoming messages, it adds a source and destination MAC address. 
D)  For outgoing messages, it converts frame data into bit signals.

Question 6

The ______________ address is composed of two 24-bit numbers.

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Question 7

What are the major tasks that a NIC performs?

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Question 8

A MAC address is composed of two 24-bit numbers. What does the first 24-bit number represent?

Accepted Answer

A)  A unique serial number assigned by the manufacturer. 
B)  The address it uses for a multicast packet. 
C)  The decryption key used for security purposes. 
D)  The organizationally unique identifier.

Question 9

Which of the following are true about routers? (Choose all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  break up a network into functional groups 
B)  make larger broadcast domains 
C)  work with IP addresses 
D)  forward broadcasts out all connected ports 
E)  allow computers on different networks to communicate

Exam 2: Network Hardware Essentials