Network Layer MCQs

Topic-wise practice questions for Computer Networks & Cloud Computing. Test your knowledge, check solutions on demand, and pace your preparation.

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Q11easy
In the context of the Network Layer, what is "Convergence"?
Q12easy
What is the main purpose of NAT (Network Address Translation)?
Q13medium
An IPv4 packet arrives at a router. The packet size is 2000 bytes, but the next link's MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) is 1500 bytes. What must the router do?
Q14easy
A router receives a packet with TTL = 1. What will the router do?
Q15hard
Given a subnet mask 255.255.255.224, how many bits are used for the host portion?
Q16easy
What is the difference between Unicast, Multicast, and Broadcast?
Q17easy
Which of the following is a Link-State routing protocol?
Q18medium
Which field in the IPv4 header is primarily responsible for preventing packets from looping indefinitely in a network?
Q19easy
Which IP addresses are Private (RFC 1918) and cannot be routed on the public Internet?
Q20medium
An IP address 169.254.0.1 is assigned to a device when it cannot reach a DHCP server. This is known as: