Question 1
Which model organizes networking functions into seven distinct layers for troubleshooting and design?
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Correct answer: A - OSI model
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Which model organizes networking functions into seven distinct layers for troubleshooting and design?
Correct answer: A - OSI model
A technician confirms cables and power are working but cannot determine where communication fails. What is the best next troubleshooting action?
Correct answer: B - Test connectivity step by step between network points
Which medium is most resistant to electromagnetic interference in an industrial environment?
Correct answer: A - Fiber-optic cable
A Layer 2 switch primarily forwards Ethernet frames using which information?
Correct answer: A - MAC addresses
A workstation can reach local devices but not remote networks. Which configuration is most likely missing?
Correct answer: A - Default gateway
TCP port 443 is most commonly associated with which service?
Correct answer: A - HTTPS secure web traffic
Which device connects separate IP networks and selects paths between them?
Correct answer: A - Router
A switch administrator wants logical separation of broadcast traffic. Which technology should be used?
Correct answer: A - VLAN segmentation
Which wireless security approach provides stronger protection than older WEP encryption?
Correct answer: A - WPA-based security
A company connects offices across cities using provider infrastructure. This is an example of what network category?
Correct answer: A - WAN infrastructure
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