Free Networking and Internet MCQs with Answers

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51. Combination of two or more networks are called _______ ?

  • A. Internetwork
  • B. WAN
  • C. MAN
  • D. LAN

Explanation: An internetwork is formed when two or more separate networks are connected and communicate with one another. WAN, MAN and LAN describe network scopes rather than the general combination of networks.

Correct answer: Internetwork

52. Example of an analog to analog conversion is_________?

  • A. Radio
  • B. Video
  • C. Television
  • D. Internet

Explanation: Radio broadcasting commonly uses analog-to-analog modulation, such as changing a carrier’s amplitude or frequency according to an analog signal. Internet communication is primarily associated with digital conversion.

Correct answer: Radio

53. Combination of two or more topologies are called _______ ?

  • A. Hybrid
  • B. Star
  • C. Bus
  • D. Ring

Explanation: A hybrid topology combines two or more different network topologies, such as star-bus or star-ring. Star, bus and ring are individual topology types.

Correct answer: Hybrid

54. The Hypertexts are documents linked to one another through the concept of _________ ?

  • A. Pointers
  • B. Variables
  • C. Stacks
  • D. Arrays

Explanation: Hypertext documents are connected through hyperlinks, which function like pointers to other documents or locations. Variables, stacks and arrays are programming concepts, not linking mechanisms.

Correct answer: Pointers

55. Which Network topology needs HUB for its working?

  • A. Bus
  • B. Ring
  • C. Star
  • D. Star and Bus both

Explanation: A star topology connects each node to a central hub or switch, so the hub is essential to its traditional operation. Bus and ring topologies use different connection arrangements.

Correct answer: Star

56. _________are attempts by individuals to obtain confidential information from you by falsifying their identity?

  • A. Computer viruses
  • B. Phishing trips
  • C. Phishing scams
  • D. Spyware scams

Explanation: Phishing scams impersonate trustworthy people or organizations to trick users into revealing passwords, financial details or other confidential information. Viruses and spyware are malicious software, not primarily identity-falsification attempts.

Correct answer: Phishing scams

57. In the email dialogue box Bcc is used for writing the__________?

  • A. Subject
  • B. Email Address
  • C. Phone Numbers
  • D. Names

Explanation: Bcc stands for Blind Carbon Copy and contains the email addresses of recipients whose addresses are hidden from other recipients. Subject is entered separately in the subject field.

Correct answer: Email Address

58. Which of the following can be used to divide a web page into Areas?

  • A. frames
  • B. theme
  • C. table of contents
  • D. none of the above

Explanation: Frames divide a browser page or window into separate areas that can display different documents or sections. A theme changes appearance, and a table of contents only lists links or headings.

Correct answer: frames

59. HTTPS stands for___________?

  • A. Hypertext Transfer Protocol Section
  • B. Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure
  • C. Hypertext Transfer Protocol start
  • D. None of these

Explanation: HTTPS means Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure, the encrypted form of HTTP commonly used for secure web communication.

Correct answer: Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure

60. A wireless technology built in electronic gadgets used for exchanging data over short distances is?

  • A. Bluetooth
  • B. Wifi
  • C. Modem
  • D. USB

Explanation: Bluetooth is a short-range wireless technology designed for exchanging data between nearby devices. Wi-Fi is primarily used for wireless network access over a local area.

Correct answer: Bluetooth