D315 Network and Security Foundations - Set 4 - Part 3

Correct Answer: 802.11n

802.11n operates on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands, offering better performance and flexibility than earlier wireless standards.

Correct Answer: Shows the path data takes from one device to another

The tracert command displays the route data takes from the source to the destination, showing each hop along the way.

Correct Answer: To forward data only to the intended recipient

A switch forwards data only to the intended device on the network using MAC addresses, ensuring efficient data transmission.

Correct Answer: TCP is connection-oriented, while UDP is connectionless

TCP establishes a connection before transmitting data, ensuring reliable delivery, while UDP is connectionless and faster but less reliable.

Correct Answer: An attack that floods a server with requests, making it unavailable

In a Denial of Service attack, the attacker floods the target with traffic, rendering it unavailable to legitimate users.

Correct Answer: Presentation

The Presentation layer is responsible for encryption, decryption, and data formatting to ensure data is properly interpreted by applications.

Correct Answer: A set of rules governing data communication

A network protocol is a set of rules and conventions that devices use to communicate with each other across a network.

Correct Answer: To connect wireless devices to a wired network

A wireless access point connects wireless devices to a wired network, enabling communication between the two.

Correct Answer: To translate domain names into IP addresses

DNS translates human-readable domain names (like www.example.com) into IP addresses, allowing devices to locate each other on the internet.

Correct Answer: SFTP

SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol) is used to securely transfer files over the internet by encrypting data during transmission.