Computer Networks MCQs with Answers
Practice important Computer Networks MCQs with answers and explanations.
Multiple Choice Questions
Q341: In a LAN, when a message is sent, it initially reaches ______.
- A: Only the destination computer
- B: Only the router
- C: All attached stations
- D: None of the above
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C
Q342: Each station on the network is assigned a unique ______.
- A: Email ID
- B: IP address
- C: Hardware address
- D: Domain name
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C
Q343: The LAN interface may use ______ to copy data from main memory.
- A: ROM
- B: EEPROM
- C: DMA
- D: BIOS
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C
Q344: A frame in a shared LAN is received by all, but only the ______ picks it.
- A: Firewall
- B: Router
- C: Identified station
- D: Server
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C
Q345: The length of a hardware address typically ranges from ______.
- A: 1 to 2 bytes
- B: 1 to 4 bytes
- C: 1 to 6 bytes
- D: 2 to 8 bytes
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C
Q346: Broadcast messages are identified by a ______ address.
- A: Static
- B: Configurable
- C: Multicast
- D: Broadcast
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D
Q347: Which category requires reliable mechanisms to avoid address conflicts?
- A: Configurable
- B: Static
- C: Dynamic
- D: Static and Dynamic
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C
Q348: The LAN interface is responsible for transmission and ______ of frames.
- A: Storage
- B: Decryption
- C: Reception
- D: Compilation
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C
Q349: Each frame includes ______ to help destination identify the sender.
- A: Router ID
- B: Port number
- C: Hardware address
- D: Frame ID
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C
Q350: What is a major drawback of broadcast frames on a network?
- A: They reduce memory usage
- B: They waste CPU time on all computers except the intended receiver
- C: They increase network security
- D: They improve system software efficiency
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B