Computer Networks MCQs with Answers
Practice important Computer Networks MCQs with answers and explanations.
Multiple Choice Questions
Q521: Each WAN packet consists of __________.
- A: Header only
- B: Address only
- C: Payload only
- D: Header and payload
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D
Q522: Packet switches can be connected in __________ topologies.
- A: Symmetric only
- B: Star only
- C: Mesh, star, or any irregular
- D: Bus only
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C
Q523: The function of packet switch memory is to __________.
- A: Store software
- B: Save files
- C: Buffer packets
- D: Encrypt data
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C
Q524: Switches used in LAN provide __________ communication.
- A: Sequential
- B: Simultaneous
- C: Broadcast
- D: Non-reliable
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B
Q525: What is the main benefit of source independence in routing?
- A: It allows faster data transfer
- B: Packet switch stores more data
- C: It uses a static route
- D: It notifies all nodes on the network
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A
Q526: What is meant by source independence in routing?
- A: Routing depends on the source
- B: Routing depends on the final address
- C: Routing decision is made at source
- D: Routing path is independent of source
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D
Q527: Why is source independence useful in a network?
- A: It requires less routing information
- B: It makes routing slow
- C: It overloads the network
- D: It increases data loss
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A
Q528: In source-independent routing, what does a packet switch need to know?
- A: Only the source address
- B: Complete route to the destination
- C: Only the destination's next hop
- D: The final router only
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C
Q529: Routing tables store information about ______.
- A: network topology
- B: next hop to destinations
- C: full messages
- D: IP packets
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B
Q530: What can be done to collapse routing tables?
- A: Merge all routes
- B: Use same next hop for similar destinations
- C: Remove all destinations
- D: Use random paths
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B