Network Troubleshooting MCQs with Answers and Explanations
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Question 1: Which of the following is a common symptom of "IP Address Conflict" on a network?
An IP conflict occurs when two devices on the same network are assigned the same IP, causing communication errors for both.
Question 2: Which command is used in the Windows Command Prompt to release and then renew a DHCP IPv4 address?
Using /release drops the current IP configuration, and /renew requests a fresh set of IP configuration details from the DHCP server.
Question 3: Which Windows command-line utility is used to trace the path that a packet takes to reach a destination?
The 'tracert' command shows the sequence of routers (hops) a packet passes through to get to its destination.
Question 4: What is the purpose of the 'Ping' command in network troubleshooting?
Ping uses ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol) to send echo requests to a destination to check if it is active and how long the response takes.
Question 5: Which command in Windows shows the current IP configuration of the system?
ipconfig displays the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway settings of a Windows computer.
Question 6: A user reports that "No Internet Access" is being shown on their office PC. Which should be checked first?
Physical or wireless network connectivity should always be checked first when internet access is unavailable.
Question 7: Which command is used in Windows to test whether a host is reachable over the network?
The ping command checks network reachability between the local machine and another host.
Question 8: Which command displays the IP configuration of a Windows computer?
The ipconfig command displays the current TCP/IP network configuration of a Windows system.
Question 9: Which of the following is most likely the cause if a printer is physically on but shows "Offline" on the computer?
A printer showing offline often indicates a connectivity, cable, USB, or network communication issue.
Question 10: Which of the following can help reduce network downtime?
Regular monitoring, preventive maintenance, and timely replacement of faulty equipment help reduce downtime.
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