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IT Passport Examination (IP) | Technology: Networks and Communications Questions 03

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Problem 1

Which network connects devices within a relatively small area, such as a single building or site?

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A LAN connects a limited area such as a home, an office or a school.

Problem 2

Which device decides where to forward packets between different networks on the basis of IP addresses?

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A router consults routing information and forwards packets to other networks.

Problem 3

Which mechanism converts a domain name into the corresponding IP address?

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DNS manages the mapping between domain names and IP addresses and performs name resolution.

Problem 4

Which protocol automatically configures an IP address and similar settings on a device that connects to a network?

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DHCP distributes IP addresses, default gateways and the like to devices automatically.

Problem 5

Which protocol encrypts communication between a web browser and a web server using TLS?

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HTTPS encrypts HTTP communication with TLS, reducing the risk of eavesdropping and tampering.

Problem 6

Which technology creates an encrypted, virtually private route over a public line?

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A VPN builds a secure virtual private network over the internet or a similar network.

Problem 7

In a wireless LAN, which name is set in order to identify the network you connect to?

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An SSID is the name identifying a wireless LAN access point or network.

Problem 8

Which protocol is mainly used when sending email?

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SMTP is used to send email and to transfer it between mail servers.

Problem 9

Which concept connects sensors, home appliances, machinery and the like to a network for collecting data and controlling them remotely?

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IoT is the idea of connecting all manner of things to a network so that they can exchange information and be controlled.