Basic Computer Networks Questions and Answers
Basic Computer Networks questions with answers help learners understand key networking concepts essential for IT and engineering students. This topic covers OSI layers, TCP/IP model, IP addressing, routing, and network devices like switches and routers. These technical interview questions and answers are commonly asked in campus placements and certification exams by companies such as Cisco, TCS, and Infosys. By practicing networking MCQs and interview-based questions, students can strengthen their fundamentals and perform better in both theoretical and practical assessments related to computer networks.
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31. ARP (address resolution protocol) is
- A TCP/IP protocol used to dynamically bind a high level IP address to a low level physical hardware address
- ATCP/IP high level protocols for transferring files from one machine to another
- a protocol usedto monitor compouters
- a protocol that handles error and control messages.
32. Which of the following TCP/IP protocol is used for file transfer with minimal capability and minimal overhead ?
- RARP
- FTP
- TFTP
- TELNET
33. Which of the following TCP/IP protocol is used to monitor IP gateway and the networks to which they attach ?
- SGMP
- SUMP
- FTP
- both (a) and (b)
35. Which of the following program is used to copy files to or from another using timesharing system over a single link ?
- VMTP
- TFTP
- UUCP
- UART
36. Working of the WAH generally involves
- telephone lines
- micro waves
- satellites
- all of these
37. Modem is used in data transmission. When was it involved and in which country ?
- 1963, USA
- 1965. Germany
- 1950, USA
- 1950, Japan
38. What is the name of the computer based EMMS that provides a common forum where users can check it at their convenience, post message, actively exchange ideas and participate in ongoing discussions ?
- Bulletin board system (BBS)
- Tele conferencing
- Video conferencing
39. Which of the following items is not used in local area network (LAN) ?
- Computer
- Modem
- Printer
- Cable
40. Which of the following TCP/IP internet protocol a diskless machine uses to obtain its IP address from a server ?
- RDP
- ARP
- RIP
- X.25