CompTIA A+ Core 1 · 220-1101
Objective 2.2: Compare and contrast common networking hardware
Practice questions for A+ Core 1 objective 2.2, “Compare and contrast common networking hardware.” Every question is original, written to the 220-1101 exam objectives, and comes with a full explanation — answer them below to see instant grading.
This objective sits in Domain 2.0: Networking, which is about 20% of the exam — so mastering it moves your readiness score meaningfully.
1.What is the primary function of a patch panel in a structured cabling installation?
2.A technician needs to connect multiple devices on a LAN so that traffic from one device is sent only to the intended destination device. Which device should be deployed?
3.Which device converts the signal from a fiber optic line from an ISP into an Ethernet connection usable by a home router?
4.A technician notices that a legacy hub is causing performance problems because all devices share the same collision domain. Which replacement device would create individual collision domains for each connected device?
5.An enterprise data centre uses a spine-leaf architecture with high-density switches. Each access layer switch connects to both spine switches. Which feature prevents the redundant uplinks from causing broadcast storms?
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