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Computer Systems and Networks Unit Review for AP CSP
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Why is the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) important?
It manages global IP address allocation.
It develops and promotes Internet standards.
It assigns domain names.
It regulates Internet usage.
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What is the main function of the Domain Name System (DNS)?
Translate domain names into IP addresses
Encrypt data on the Internet
Manage network security
Assign IP addresses to devices
3
What is the primary advantage of using parallel computing?
It reduces the complexity of programming
It requires fewer resources
It decreases the total processing time for large problems
It is more cost-effective than sequential computing
4
Which organization is responsible for developing Internet protocols?
ICANN
W3C
IETF
IEEE
5
Which of the following is an essential protocol for email transmission?
SMTP
TCP
HTTP
FTP
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Why are standard protocols crucial for the Internet?
They prevent unauthorized access.
They increase Internet speed.
They reduce the cost of Internet services.
They ensure compatibility and communication across different systems.
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What protocol is primarily used for transferring data on the Internet?
FTP
HTTP
SMTP
IP
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Which of the following best describes a WAN (Wide Area Network)?
A network that connects computers within a single building
A network that spans a large geographic area
A network used exclusively for gaming
A network that does not use IP addresses
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Which device is responsible for directing data packets to their destinations in a network?
Switch
Router
Firewall
Modem
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What is the primary difference between the Internet and the World Wide Web?
The WWW is a network infrastructure, while the Internet is a service
The Internet is used for email, while the WWW is used for websites
The Internet is a network infrastructure, while the WWW is a service
The WWW is faster than the Internet
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Which component of a network is responsible for resolving IP addresses from domain names?
Router
Switch
Firewall
DNS server
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Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for data encryption?
Physical layer
Data link layer
Transport layer
Presentation layer
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What is a vulnerability in the context of fault-tolerant systems?
A method of data encryption
A backup system
A potential point of failure or attack
A feature that improves performance
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How does parallel computing differ from sequential computing?
Parallel uses one processor, sequential uses multiple
Parallel executes tasks simultaneously, sequential one after another
Sequential is for large data sets, parallel is not
Parallel is slower than sequential
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What does a firewall do in a computer network?
Monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic
Assigns IP addresses to devices
Manages network connections
Encrypts data for secure transmission
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Which of the following is a benefit of fault-tolerant systems?
Increased vulnerability to attacks
Reduced complexity
Higher reliability
Lower cost
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What is packet switching?
The way routers direct packets through a network
The technique of assigning IP addresses to packets
The process of splitting data into packets for transmission
The method of securing data packets
18
Which protocol is used to secure data transfer over the Internet?
HTTPS
HTTP
FTP
IP
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What is a distributed computing system?
A system that cannot be fault-tolerant
A network that only uses wireless connections
Multiple computers working together to solve a problem
A single computer performing all tasks
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What is the primary purpose of an IP address in a network?
Assign MAC addresses
Manage network traffic
Secure data transmission
Identify devices on a network
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What is the purpose of a MAC address in a network?
To establish a VPN connection
To translate domain names
To encrypt data packets
To identify devices on a local network
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What does the acronym HTTP stand for?
HyperText Transfer Protocol
HyperText Transmission Process
HyperText Transport Package
High Traffic Transfer Protocol
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What is a local area network (LAN)?
A network that provides internet services to remote areas
A network that connects devices within a limited area
A network that covers a large geographic area
A network that uses satellite communication
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Who can participate in the IETF's protocol development process?
Only network engineers
Only government officials
Anyone interested
Only IT companies
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What is the main goal of the IETF?
To provide Internet access to remote areas
To increase the number of Internet users
To develop high-quality, relevant technical documents
To regulate Internet service providers
