1.
How large are IPv4 addresses?
Correct Answer
C. 32 bits
Explanation
IPv4 addresses are 32 bits in size. This means that each address consists of 32 binary digits or bits. IPv4 addresses are used to identify devices on a network, and the 32-bit size allows for a total of approximately 4.3 billion unique addresses. However, due to the increasing number of devices connected to the internet, the limited number of IPv4 addresses has led to the development of IPv6, which uses 128 bits and provides a much larger address space.
2.
Refer to the graphic. A user at the workstation cannot connect to the server. All cables have been tested and are working and all devices have IP addressing. However, the user cannot ping the server. What is causing the problem?
Correct Answer
C. The workstation and server are on different logical networks.
Explanation
The problem is caused by the workstation and server being on different logical networks. In order for devices to communicate with each other on a network, they must be on the same logical network and have compatible IP addresses. Since the user cannot ping the server, it indicates that they are not on the same logical network. This could be due to incorrect subnetting or misconfiguration of IP addresses on either the workstation or the server.
3.
Which part of an IP address identifies a specific device on a network?
Correct Answer
D. Host portion
Explanation
The host portion of an IP address identifies a specific device on a network. The network portion identifies the network to which the device is connected, while the host portion distinguishes individual devices within that network.
4.
Given a host with the IP address 172.32.65.13 and a default subnet mask, to which network does the host belong?
Correct Answer
C. 172.32.0.0
Explanation
The host with the IP address 172.32.65.13 belongs to the network 172.32.0.0. This is because the default subnet mask for a Class B network is 255.255.0.0, which means that the first two octets (172.32) represent the network portion of the IP address, while the last two octets (65.13) represent the host portion. Therefore, the host belongs to the network 172.32.0.0.
5.
Which default subnet mask provides the most host bits?
Correct Answer
A. 255.0.0.0
Explanation
The subnet mask 255.0.0.0 provides the most host bits because it only has 8 bits in the network portion and 24 bits in the host portion. This allows for a larger number of possible host addresses within the network. In contrast, the other subnet masks have more bits in the network portion, which reduces the number of available host addresses.
6.
How many bits are available for Class B host IP addresses using a default subnet mask?
Correct Answer
C. 16
Explanation
Class B host IP addresses use a default subnet mask of 16 bits. This means that the first 16 bits of the IP address are reserved for the network address, while the remaining 16 bits are available for the host address. This allows for a maximum of 65,536 host addresses within each Class B network.
7.
How many usable hosts are available given a Class C IP address with the default subnet mask?
Correct Answer
A. 254
Explanation
A Class C IP address has a default subnet mask of 255.255.255.0, which means that the first three octets are fixed and the last octet can be used to assign host addresses. In this case, the last octet can have 256 possible values (0-255), but the first and last addresses are reserved for network and broadcast addresses respectively. Therefore, the number of usable hosts is 256-2=254.
8.
Assuming a default mask, which portion of the IP address 175.124.35.4 represents the host?
Correct Answer
B. 35.4
Explanation
The host portion of an IP address refers to the part that identifies the specific device within a network. In this case, the IP address is 175.124.35.4. The portion "35.4" represents the host because it uniquely identifies the device within the network. The other portions, such as "175.124" and "124.35.4", represent the network and subnet respectively, but they do not identify the specific device.
9.
Which of the following are private IP addresses? (Choose three.)
Correct Answer(s)
A. 10.1.1.1
D. 172.16.4.4
E. 192.168.5.5
Explanation
The three IP addresses that are private are 10.1.1.1, 172.16.4.4, and 192.168.5.5. These IP addresses fall within the ranges specified for private IP addresses. The IP address 10.1.1.1 belongs to the range 10.0.0.0 - 10.255.255.255. The IP address 172.16.4.4 belongs to the range 172.16.0.0 - 172.31.255.255. The IP address 192.168.5.5 belongs to the range 192.168.0.0 - 192.168.255.255. These ranges are reserved for private networks and are not routable on the public internet.
10.
What destination IP address is used in a unicast packet?
Correct Answer
A. A specific host
Explanation
A unicast packet is sent from one source to a specific destination host. Unlike multicast or broadcast packets that are sent to multiple hosts, a unicast packet is intended for a single host. Therefore, the destination IP address used in a unicast packet is the IP address of the specific host that the packet is intended for.
11.
What is the destination MAC address in a multicast Ethernet frame?
Correct Answer
C. An address that begins with 01-00-5E in hexadecimal
Explanation
The destination MAC address in a multicast Ethernet frame is an address that begins with 01-00-5E in hexadecimal. Multicast addresses are used to send data to a group of hosts rather than a single destination host. The address range starting with 01-00-5E is reserved for IPv4 multicast addresses, allowing efficient distribution of data to multiple recipients on a network.
12.
Yvonne is talking to her friend on the phone. What type of message is this?
Correct Answer
D. Unicast
Explanation
This is a unicast message because Yvonne is talking to her friend on the phone, which means the message is being sent to a specific recipient. Unicast refers to the transmission of data from one sender to one receiver, making it a one-to-one communication.
13.
What information must be included within a unicast message for it to be delivered on an Ethernet network?
Correct Answer
D. MAC and IP addresses that correspond to a specific destination host
Explanation
To ensure the delivery of a unicast message on an Ethernet network, the message must include the MAC and IP addresses that correspond to a specific destination host. The MAC address is necessary to identify the specific network interface card (NIC) of the destination host, while the IP address is used for routing the message to the correct destination on the network. By including both the MAC and IP addresses of the specific destination host, the Ethernet network can accurately deliver the unicast message to the intended recipient.
14.
A PC obtains its IP address from a DHCP server. If the PC is taken off the network for repair, what happens to the IP address configuration?
Correct Answer
C. The address is returned to the pool for reuse when the lease expires.
Explanation
When a PC is taken off the network for repair, its IP address configuration is not permanent. The IP address that was assigned to the PC is returned to the DHCP server's address pool for reuse when the lease expires. This means that when the PC is repaired and connected back to the network, it will be assigned a new IP address from the DHCP server.
15.
Which type of server dynamically assigns an IP address to a host?
Correct Answer
B. DHCP
Explanation
DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. It is a network protocol that allows a server to dynamically assign IP addresses to hosts on a network. DHCP eliminates the need for manual IP address configuration, making it more efficient and scalable. Therefore, DHCP is the correct answer to the question.
16.
Which three statements describe a DHCP Discover message? (Choose three.)
Correct Answer(s)
B. The destination IP address is 255.255.255.255.
D. The message comes from a client seeking an IP address.
E. All hosts receive the message, but only a DHCP server replies.
Explanation
A DHCP Discover message is sent by a client seeking an IP address. The message is broadcasted to all hosts on the network, which is why the destination IP address is 255.255.255.255. The message is received by all hosts, but only a DHCP server will reply. The source MAC address is not specified as 48 ones (FF-FF-FF-FF-FF-FF) in a DHCP Discover message.
17.
Refer to the graphic. A host connects to a Linksys integrated router that is also a DHCP server and receives an IP address from it. Which address does the host need to access the ISP and the Internet?
Correct Answer
D. Internal IP address of the integrated router that connects to the local network
Explanation
The host needs to access the Internet through the internal IP address of the integrated router that connects to the local network. This is because the integrated router acts as a gateway for the host to connect to the ISP and the Internet. The internal IP address of the router is used for communication within the local network, and the router then forwards the traffic to the ISP using its external IP address.
18.
Which statement is true concerning private IP addresses?
Correct Answer
C. Solves the issue of a finite number of available public IP addresses
Explanation
Private IP addresses solve the issue of a finite number of available public IP addresses. This is because private IP addresses are used within a local network, such as a home or office, and are not directly accessible from the internet. By using private IP addresses, organizations can conserve the limited supply of public IP addresses and allow multiple devices to share a single public IP address. This helps alleviate the problem of running out of public IP addresses, especially as the number of internet-connected devices continues to grow.
19.
What is one of the purposes of NAT?
Correct Answer
B. Prevents external users from detecting the IP addresses used on a network
Explanation
NAT (Network Address Translation) is a technique used to hide the IP addresses of devices on a network from external users. By translating the IP addresses of the devices into a single public IP address, it prevents external users from directly accessing or detecting the individual IP addresses of devices on the network. This adds a layer of security and privacy to the network, as it makes it more difficult for potential attackers to target specific devices or gather information about the network's structure.
20.
Which two statements describe packets that are sent through a Linksys integrated router using NAT? (Choose two.)
Correct Answer(s)
C. Packets that are sent to a destination outside the local network need to be translated.
E. Packets that are sent between hosts on the same local network do not need to be translated.
Explanation
Packets that are sent to a destination outside the local network need to be translated because the router uses Network Address Translation (NAT) to translate the private IP addresses of the local network to the public IP address of the router. This allows the packets to be properly routed over the internet. On the other hand, packets that are sent between hosts on the same local network do not need to be translated because they are already using the same private IP address range and can communicate directly without translation.
21.
Refer to the graphic. NAT and DHCP are installed on the Linksys integrated router. Which IP address is most likely to be assigned to the local computer, Host1?
Correct Answer
A. 10.0.0.17
Explanation
The most likely IP address to be assigned to the local computer, Host1, is 10.0.0.17. This is because NAT (Network Address Translation) and DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) are installed on the Linksys integrated router. NAT allows multiple devices on a local network to share a single public IP address, and DHCP is responsible for assigning IP addresses to devices on the network. The IP address 10.0.0.17 is within the range of private IP addresses typically used by routers for local networks.