In a mixed-vendor environment, which EtherChannel protocol is preferred and why?
- Both are equally compatible
- LACP
- Neither, use static EtherChannel
- PAgP
In a mixed-vendor environment, LACP is preferred as it is a standards-based protocol, ensuring compatibility with devices from different vendors.
What version of SNMP provides message integrity, authentication, and encryption for secure management of network devices?
- SNMPv1
- SNMPv2c
- SNMPv3
- SNMPv4
SNMPv3 (Simple Network Management Protocol version 3) provides message integrity, authentication, and encryption for secure management of network devices.
Which topology uses a hybrid approach, combining elements of both star and bus topologies for improved performance?
- Bus
- Hybrid
- Mesh
- Star
A hybrid topology combines elements of both star and bus topologies for improved performance. It offers the advantages of both topologies.
What is the primary difference between IPv6 and IPv4 addressing in terms of address length?
- 128 bits
- 256 bits
- 32 bits
- 64 bits
IPv6 addresses are 128 bits long, which is a significant increase from IPv4's 32-bit addresses.
________ operate at the network layer and are responsible for making decisions based on IP addresses to forward packets to their destination.
- Bridges
- Hubs
- Routers
- Switches
Switches operate at the network layer and make decisions based on IP addresses to forward packets to their destination.
In a chassis aggregation setup, _________ is a common feature that enhances data traffic management between switches.
- ACL
- Multicast
- QoS
- VLAN
In a chassis aggregation setup, Quality of Service (QoS) is a common feature that enhances data traffic management between switches.
The integration of DHCP Snooping with _________ helps in mitigating ARP poisoning attacks on a network.
- Dynamic ARP Inspection
- IP Source Guard
- Port Security
- VLAN ACLs
Integrating DHCP Snooping with Dynamic ARP Inspection helps mitigate ARP poisoning attacks by validating ARP packets.
In SNMP, what term is used to describe a set of variables on the managed device that store information about the device?
- MIB
- OID
- SNMPSET
- TRAP
MIB (Management Information Base) is the term used to describe a set of variables on the managed device that store information about the device in SNMP.
For connecting servers to a SAN (Storage Area Network), ________ cables are often used due to their high-speed data transfer capabilities.
- Coaxial
- Fiber optic
- HDMI
- Twisted pair
For connecting servers to a SAN, fiber optic cables are often used due to their high-speed data transfer capabilities.
_________ is a method used in conjunction with Port Security to specify a predefined action when a security violation occurs.
- MAC Address Filtering
- STP
- VLAN
- Violation Mode
Violation Mode is a method used in conjunction with Port Security to specify a predefined action when a security violation occurs.
What is the primary benefit of implementing network automation in modern network management?
- Increased Scalability
- Improved Security
- Enhanced Reliability
- Operational Efficiency
The primary benefit of implementing network automation is operational efficiency, allowing for streamlined and automated network management processes.
Subnetting allows for the division of a larger network into smaller, more manageable ________.
- Networks
- Nodes
- Segments
- Subnets
Subnetting involves dividing a larger network into smaller, more manageable subnets.