1.3.3 Check Your Understanding – Network Representations and Topologies
1. Which connection physically connects the end device to the network?
- Port
- NIC
- Interface
Explanation: A NIC is a specialized port on a networking device that connects to individual networks.
2. Which connections are specialized ports on a networking device that connect to individual networks?
- Port
- NIC
- Interface
Explanation: An interface physically connects the end device to the network.
3. Which type of network topology lets you see which end devices are connected to which intermediary devices and what media is being used?
- Physical topology
- Logical topology
Explanation: The logical topology lets you see which end devices are connected to which intermediary devices and what media is being used.
4. Which type of network topology lets you see the actual location of intermediary devices and cable installation?
- Physical topology
- Logical topology
Explanation: The physical topology lets you see the actual location of intermediary devices and cable installation.