CSIS 535
Computer Networks
LATEST MIDTERM REVIEW
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,1. Multiple Choice: Which protocol is used for securely
transferring files between a client and a server on a computer
network?
a) FTP
b) HTTP
c) SFTP
d) SMTP
Correct Answer: c) SFTP
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: The _______ model is a conceptual
framework used to understand network communication by dividing
it into seven layers.
Correct Answer: OSI
3. True/False: In IPv6, the address space is larger than in IPv4.
Correct Answer: True
4. Multiple Response: Which of the following are benefits of using
a VPN? (Select all that apply)
a) Increased security
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, b) Reduced network latency
c) Improved connection speed
d) Anonymity
Correct Answers: a) Increased security, d) Anonymity
5. Multiple Choice: What type of network topology is most
resilient to failures?
a) Star
b) Ring
c) Mesh
d) Bus
Correct Answer: c) Mesh
6. Fill-in-the-Blank: _______ is the process of dividing a single
physical network into multiple logical networks.
Correct Answer: Subnetting
7. True/False: TCP is a connection-oriented protocol that ensures
reliable data transmission.
Correct Answer: True
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Computer Networks
LATEST MIDTERM REVIEW
© 2024/2025
,1. Multiple Choice: Which protocol is used for securely
transferring files between a client and a server on a computer
network?
a) FTP
b) HTTP
c) SFTP
d) SMTP
Correct Answer: c) SFTP
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: The _______ model is a conceptual
framework used to understand network communication by dividing
it into seven layers.
Correct Answer: OSI
3. True/False: In IPv6, the address space is larger than in IPv4.
Correct Answer: True
4. Multiple Response: Which of the following are benefits of using
a VPN? (Select all that apply)
a) Increased security
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, b) Reduced network latency
c) Improved connection speed
d) Anonymity
Correct Answers: a) Increased security, d) Anonymity
5. Multiple Choice: What type of network topology is most
resilient to failures?
a) Star
b) Ring
c) Mesh
d) Bus
Correct Answer: c) Mesh
6. Fill-in-the-Blank: _______ is the process of dividing a single
physical network into multiple logical networks.
Correct Answer: Subnetting
7. True/False: TCP is a connection-oriented protocol that ensures
reliable data transmission.
Correct Answer: True
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