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1. Which of the following best describes a peer-to-peer network?
   a. Devices connected together – without a server
   b. Devices connected with a server
   c. Devices only connected via the Internet
   d. Computers managed by administrators
   Answer: astudocu+1
2. In a peer-to-peer network, what acts as both client and server?
   a. Dedicated server
   b. Each node
   c. Personal computer only
   d. Router
   Answer: btestbook+2
3. What is a key characteristic of a peer-to-peer (P2P) application?
   a. Centralized resources
   b. Each device can act as both client and server
   c. Authentication through a central authority
   d. Only file sharing
   Answer: bitexamanswers+2
4. Peer-to-peer network is most suitable for:
   a. Large corporate environments
   b. Small group of users
   c. Internet backbone
   d. Data centers
   Answer: btheteacher+1
5. Which of the following is an advantage of peer-to-peer networks?
   a. No need for an expensive server
   b. High scalability
   c. Centralized security
   d. Complex maintenance
   Answer: astudy+2
6. What is a disadvantage of peer-to-peer networks?
   a. Central management is more difficult
   b. Requires expensive hardware
   c. No file sharing possible
   d. Needs dedicated IT staff
   Answer: arevise.learnlearn+2
7. In a peer-to-peer architecture, security is typically:
   a. Managed centrally
   b. Managed individually on each node
   c. Provided by routers only
   d. Forced by software vendors
   Answer: bstudocu+1
8. The maximum recommended number of computers in a peer-to-peer network before performance degrades is generally:
   a. 10
   b. 100
   c. 1000
   d. Unlimited
   Answer: atheteacher
9. Which layer is responsible for process-to-process delivery in networking?
   a. Physical layer
   b. Network layer
   c. Transport layer
   d. Application layer
   Answer: csanfoundry
10. Peer-to-peer networks differ from client-server networks in that:
    a. There is no server
    b. There is a central server
    c. All authentication is centralized
    d. All devices act only as clients
    Answer: atestbook+2
11. Which topology commonly uses peer-to-peer communication?
    a. Ring
    b. Mesh
    c. Star
    d. Bus
    Answer: bgdcramban
12. Which architecture is NOT suited for very large networks?
    a. Client-server
    b. Peer-to-peer
    c. Hybrid
    d. Centralized
    Answer: bsavemyexams+1
13. Which statement about peer-to-peer architecture is correct?
    a. All nodes have equal status
    b. Only server transmits data
    c. Communication must be through switch
    d. Only clients receive data
    Answer: atestbook+1
14. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of peer-to-peer networks?
    a. Decentralized resources
    b. Single point of failure
    c. Individual security management
    d. Centralized authentication
    Answer: ditexamanswers+1
15. Which application is commonly associated with peer-to-peer networks?
    a. Email
    b. Distributed file sharing
    c. Database management
    d. DNS resolution
    Answer: bwayground+1
16. Which protocol is often used for peer-to-peer file sharing?
    a. FTP
    b. BitTorrent
    c. HTTP
    d. SMTP
    Answer: bgeeksforgeeks+1
17. What is a popular peer-to-peer payment platform?
    a. PayPal
    b. Bitcoin
    c. Visa
    d. Venmo
    Answer: bstudocu
18. What happens if one computer fails in a peer-to-peer network?
    a. Whole network fails
    b. Little disruption
    c. Server is needed to recover
    d. All computers reboot
    Answer: bscribd+1
19. Peer-to-peer networks do NOT require:
    a. Expensive central server
    b. Local user management
    c. Multiple network switches
    d. Individual firewall for each device
    Answer: awayground+1
20. Which of the following is a risk in peer-to-peer networks?
    a. Increased vulnerability to security threats
    b. Guaranteed strong encryption
    c. Automatic backup
    d. Fast centralized troubleshooting
    Answer: arevise.learnlearn+1
21. In peer-to-peer networking, data backup is typically:
    a. Individual on each device
    b. Centralized on one server
    c. Not needed
    d. Managed by service provider
    Answer: ascribd+1
22. What is the general meaning of ‘peer’ in networking?
    a. Equal status
    b. Superior authority
    c. Remote controller
    d. Manager
    Answer: atheteacher+1
23. Which is NOT necessary in peer-to-peer network setup?
    a. Dedicated network manager
    b. Network interface cards
    c. Switch or hub
    d. TCP/IP protocol
    Answer: atheteacher
24. “No centralized resources” means which feature in P2P?
    a. Files and services are shared directly among devices
    b. Each node uses a central database
    c. Only servers can store data
    d. Firewall is mandatory
    Answer: aitexamanswers+1
25. Peer-to-peer model offers which of the following cost benefits?
    a. Reduced hardware cost
    b. High licensing cost
    c. Need for expensive backup
    d. Need for certified software
    Answer: asavemyexams+1
26. Central problem for peer-to-peer networks in security is:
    a. Multiple points of access to manage
    b. No data transfer possible
    c. Hard-coded encryption keys
    d. Only one user authentication
    Answer: aitexamanswers+1
27. Peer-to-peer network architecture is most vulnerable to:
    a. Unauthorized access by local users
    b. Attacks from routers
    c. Automatic updates
    d. Internet slowdowns
    Answer: arevise.learnlearn+1
28. In client-server architecture, servers are usually optimized for:
    a. Heavy processing loads
    b. Light user tasks
    c. Web browsing
    d. Gaming only
    Answer: ascribd
29. On which network is scalability a problem?
    a. Peer-to-peer network
    b. Client-server network
    c. WAN
    d. Enterprise LAN
    Answer: aitexamanswers+1
30. What enables equal sharing of resources in peer-to-peer networks?
    a. Absence of central authority
    b. Dedicated administrator
    c. Hardware firewalls
    d. VPN connections
    Answer: aitexamanswers+1
31. Peer-to-peer networks are typically established using:
    a. Standard operating system tools
    b. Third-party applications only
    c. Proprietary switches only
    d. Highly specialized routers
    Answer: atheteacher
32. Performance issues in peer-to-peer networks frequently arise when:
    a. Number of nodes increases
    b. Server is upgraded
    c. Bandwidth is doubled
    d. DNS changes
    Answer: asavemyexams+1
33. Which term describes individual management of users and files?
    a. Decentralized management
    b. Centralized management
    c. Proxy-based management
    d. Hierarchical management
    Answer: arevise.learnlearn+1
34. Which feature is unique to client-server architecture?
    a. Single point of management
    b. Decentralized user control
    c. Network sets itself up
    d. Peer-to-peer communication only
    Answer: ascribd+1
35. What is ‘hybrid peer-to-peer’ system?
    a. P2P architecture with centralized index
    b. Only decentralized resource sharing
    c. No resource location service
    d. Pure centralized client-server model
    Answer: aitexamanswers
36. Peer-to-peer architecture is widely used for:
    a. Distributed computing
    b. Large enterprise emails
    c. Securing databases
    d. Network printing
    Answer: ageeksforgeeks+1
37. On a peer-to-peer network, each computer can:
    a. Initiate a communication and serve resources
    b. Only act as a client
    c. Only act as a server
    d. Never share files
    Answer: astudocu+2
38. Peer-to-peer networks are NOT ideal for:
    a. Managing large numbers of devices
    b. Simple home sharing
    c. Temporary connections
    d. File transfers among few users
    Answer: asavemyexams+1
39. Centralized monitoring and troubleshooting is easier in:
    a. Client-server networks
    b. Peer-to-peer networks
    c. Hybrid networks
    d. Ad hoc networks
    Answer: ascribd+1
40. For which use-case is peer-to-peer network more practical than client-server?
    a. Small group file sharing
    b. Large scale organizational database
    c. Real-time transaction processing
    d. Centralized backup and restore
    Answer: asavemyexams+1
41. What is the major scalability limitation of peer-to-peer networks?
    a. Complexity grows as nodes increase
    b. Authentication is always automatic
    c. Routing efficiency increases with size
    d. Hardware costs increase tremendously
    Answer: atheteacher+1
42. Which device is NOT mandatory in basic peer-to-peer networking?
    a. Server
    b. Switch
    c. Computer
    d. Ethernet cable
    Answer: astudocu+1
43. Each peer in a P2P network can:
    a. Request and respond to services
    b. Only request services
    c. Only provide services
    d. Only process emails
    Answer: astudocu+1
44. A major disadvantage of using peer-to-peer networks for sensitive information management is:
    a. Lack of centralized security policies
    b. High redundancy
    c. Expensive protocol licensing
    d. 24/7 support costs
    Answer: arevise.learnlearn+1
45. What describes decentralized resource management?
    a. No single point of control
    b. Control through main server
    c. Operating system controls all users
    d. Cloud provider manages access
    Answer: aitexamanswers+1
46. Which type of network doesn’t require user logon accounts set centrally?
    a. Peer-to-peer
    b. Client-server
    c. Hybrid
    d. Large scale VLAN
    Answer: ascribd+1
47. Peer-to-peer application developers may create:
    a. Custom transport protocols
    b. Only use TCP
    c. Use centralized authentication always
    d. No protocols at all
    Answer: aitexamanswers
48. What is a key difference between client-server and peer-to-peer architecture?
    a. Client-server is easier to scale for large networks
    b. Peer-to-peer offers central user login
    c. Peer-to-peer uses only wireless
    d. Client-server uses distributed file sharing
    Answer: asavemyexams+1
49. Which is a common feature in peer-to-peer backup and sharing?
    a. Manual backup on each device
    b. Central backup server
    c. Scheduled automated backup to all devices
    d. Cloud-based backup for all
    Answer: astudocu+1
50. Peer-to-peer networking is foundational for which emerging technology?
    a. Blockchain
    b. Traditional SMTP email
    c. Fiber-optic communication
    d. Legacy WAN interconnection
    Answer: astudocu

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