Practice Protocols (3.2.4) - Fundamentals of Networking & Security - Cyber Security Basic

Practice: Protocols

Lesson 3.2.4Fundamentals of Networking & Security

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6 sample questions

Question 1.
What does TCP/IP stand for?
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Think about the basic protocols used for internet communication.
Question 2.
What protocol is used for secure web browsing?
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Consider the protocol starting with 'HTTP' that ensures security.
3Question 3.
What does SMTP stand for?
- Simple Mail Transfer Protocol
- Secure Mail Transfer Protocol
- Session Mail Transfer Protocol
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Think about the protocol related to email services.
4Question 4.
True or False: HTTP is secure for sensitive transactions.
- True
- False
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Consider what 'HTTP' lacks in terms of security.
Question 5.
Evaluate how the absence of protocols like HTTPS can lead to data breaches. Provide a scenario exemplifying this.
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Consider the importance of encryption for data protection during transmission.
Question 6.
Analyze the role of TCP in a real-time application such as video conferencing. What would happen without it?
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Think about how vital it is for data to be received correctly for seamless communication.

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