Flashcards on Introduction to Computer Networking Exam
Introduction to Computer Networking Exam: Your Study Guide
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Computer Networks - Fundamentals and Architectures
40 cards
Card 1
Question: What is the main role of NAT in IPv4 networks?
Answer: To allow the use of private IP addresses within a network and to share a few public IP addresses among many internal hosts, thereby slowing down the d
Card 2
Question: What problem can NAT cause for some applications?
Answer: NAT hides the actual IP addresses of end devices, which can cause issues for applications requiring end-to-end connectivity.
Card 3
Question: Select the correct statements that describe a peer-to-peer (P2P) network.
Answer: A peer-to-peer network does not require a dedicated server, and client and server roles are assigned based on individual requests.
Card 4
Question: What are the typical characteristics of a peer-to-peer application?
Answer: A peer-to-peer application requires a user interface and a running background service.
Card 5
Question: How does cloud computing help in the field of networking?
Answer: It expands network and IT capacities without the need for investments in new infrastructure, personnel, or software; services are available on demand.
Card 6
Question: According to the text, how does BYOD differ from cloud computing?
Answer: BYOD allows end-users to use personal tools to access information and communicate on the network, while cloud computing expands IT capacities without
Card 7
Question: What is smart home technology in the context of networking?
Answer: The integration of everyday appliances that connect to each other to be 'smart' or automated.
Card 8
Question: What is powerline networking, and what is its advantage?
Answer: A home networking technology that uses existing electrical wiring to connect devices, saving costs on installing data cables.
Card 9
Question: Which connector is used with twisted-pair cabling in an Ethernet LAN?
Answer: RJ-45
Card 10
Question: What service is requested if a packet has a destination port of 22?
Answer: SSH (Secure Shell) — secure remote access on port 22.