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Quiz: Routers - What They Do in a Network

OCR GCSE J277 Computer Science specification

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Building on what you've learned about networks, let's test your understanding of routers and their role in a network!

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What is the primary purpose of a router in a network?

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A router uses an {{blank0}} address to identify devices within a network and an {{blank1}} address to identify networks on the internet.

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Which of the following functions are performed by routers? (Select all that apply)

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Match the items on the left with their correct pairs on the right

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Why does a router need to know its own IP address?

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Match the items on the left with their correct pairs on the right

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Which device is responsible for converting URLs into IP addresses?

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What information does a router use to forward packets? (Select all that apply)

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What happens if a router receives a packet with an unknown destination?

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Routers connect networks by forwarding data packets using their {{blank0}}.

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