To list the IPv4 addresses associated with the host name www.companypro.net, you should use the following command:

nslookup www.companypro.net

This command will query the DNS servers to find the IP address associated with the hostname provided. If you want to ensure that it returns the IPv4 address, you can specify the -type=A option, which stands for Address records that hold IPv4 addresses1. However, the nslookup command by default should return the IPv4 address if available.

To list the IPv4 addresses associated with the host name www.companypro.net , you should use the nslookup command.

Command: nslookup

Target: www.companypro.net

So, the completed command is:

nslookup www.companypro.net

nslookup: This command is used to query the Domain Name System (DNS) to obtain domain name or IP address mapping or for any other specific DNS record.

www.companypro.net : This is the domain name you want to query to obtain its associated IP addresses.

References:

Using nslookup: nslookup Command Guide

•Statement B: "The same default gateway IPv4 address is configured on each host on the local network." This is true because all hosts on the same local network (subnet) use the same default gateway IP address to send packets destined for other networks.

•Statement D: "The default gateway is the IPv4 address of the router interface connected to the same local network as the host." This is true because the default gateway is the IP address of the router's interface that is directly connected to the local network.

•Statement A: "The IPv4 address of the default gateway must be the first host address in the subnet." This is not necessarily true. The default gateway can be any address within the subnet range.

•Statement C: "The default gateway is the Loopback0 interface IPv4 address of the router connected to the same local network as the host." This is not true; the default gateway is the IP address of the router's physical or logical interface connected to the local network.

•Statement E: "Hosts learn the default gateway IPv4 address through router advertisement messages." This is generally true for IPv6 with Router Advertisement (RA) messages, but not typically how IPv4 hosts learn the default gateway address.

References:

•Cisco Default Gateway Configuration: Cisco Default Gateway

The two interfaces are administratively shut down:

False: The output does not show any "shutdown" command under the interfaces, which would indicate that they are administratively shut down. Therefore, they are likely in their default state, which is administratively up.

The two interfaces have default IP addresses assigned:

False: The output does not show any IP address configuration. In the default state, interfaces do not have IP addresses assigned unless explicitly configured.

The two interfaces can communicate over Layer 2:

True: By default, interfaces on a switch are Layer 2 interfaces capable of forwarding Ethernet frames. As there is no configuration provided that changes this, it can be assumed they can communicate over Layer 2.

Interface Status: The absence of the "shutdown" command means the interfaces are not administratively shut down.

IP Address Assignment: There is no evidence in the output that IP addresses have been assigned to the interfaces, which would typically be shown as "ip address" entries.

Layer 2 Communication: Switch interfaces in their default state operate at Layer 2, enabling them to forward Ethernet frames and participate in Layer 2 communication.

References:

Cisco IOS Interface Configuration: Cisco Interface Configuration

Understanding Cisco Switch Interfaces: Cisco Switch Interfaces

Based on the image description provided, here are the cable types matched with the appropriate connection descriptions:

Connects Switch S1 to Router R1 Gi0/0/1 interface Cable Type: = Straight-through UTP Cable

Connects Router R2 Gi0/0/0 to Router R3 Gi0/0/0 via underground conduit Cable Type: = Fiber Optic Cable

Connects Router R1 Gi0/0/0 to Router R2 Gi0/0/1 Cable Type: = Crossover UTP Cable

Connects Switch S3 to Server0 network interface card Cable Type: = Straight-through UTP Cable

The choices are based on standard networking practices where:

Straight-through UTP cables are typically used to connect a switch to a router or a network interface card.

Fiber optic cables are ideal for long-distance, high-speed data transmission, such as connections through an underground conduit.

Crossover UTP cables are used to connect similar devices, such as router-to-router connections.

These matches are consistent with the color-coded cables in the image: green for switch connections, yellow for router-to-router connections within the same rack, and blue for inter-rack connections. The use of these cables follows the Ethernet cabling standards.

Connects Switch S1 to Router R1 Gi0/0/1 interface:

Cable Type: Straight-through UTP Cable

Explanation: A straight-through UTP cable is typically used to connect different types of devices, such as a switch to a router.

Connects Router R2 Gi0/0/0 to Router R3 Gi0/0/0 via underground conduit:

Cable Type: Fiber Optic Cable

Explanation: Fiber optic cables are used for long-distance connections, such as those through an underground conduit between buildings.

Connects Router R1 Gi0/0/0 to Router R2 Gi0/0/1:

Cable Type: Crossover UTP Cable

Explanation: A crossover UTP cable is typically used to connect similar devices directly, such as router to router connections.

Connects Switch S3 to Server0 network interface card:

Cable Type: Straight-through UTP Cable

Explanation: A straight-through UTP cable is typically used to connect a switch to an end device, such as a server.

Straight-through UTP Cable: Used to connect different devices (e.g., switch to router, switch to server).

Crossover UTP Cable: Used to connect similar devices directly (e.g., router to router, switch to switch).

Fiber Optic Cable: Used for long-distance and high-speed connections, often between buildings or data centers.

References:

Network Cable Types and Uses: Cisco Network Cables

Understanding Ethernet Cabling: Ethernet Cable Guide

Statement 1: Low bandwidth can increase network latency.

True: Low bandwidth can result in increased network latency because the network may become congested, leading to delays in data transmission.

Statement 2: High levels of network latency decrease network bandwidth.

False: High levels of network latency do not decrease the available network bandwidth, but they do affect the perceived performance and throughput of the network.

Statement 3: You can increase throughput by decreasing network latency.

True: Decreasing network latency can increase throughput because data can be transmitted more quickly and efficiently without delays.

Bandwidth vs. Latency: Bandwidth refers to the maximum rate at which data can be transferred over a network path. Latency is the time it takes for a data packet to travel from the source to the destination.

Low bandwidth can cause network congestion, which can increase latency as packets wait to be transmitted.

High latency does not reduce the actual bandwidth but can affect the overall performance and efficiency of data transmission.

Reducing latency can lead to higher throughput because the network can handle more data in a given period without delays.

References:

Network Performance Metrics: Cisco Network Performance

Understanding Bandwidth and Latency: Bandwidth vs. Latency

Here’s how each protocol aligns with the correct TCP/IP model layer:

TCP (Transmission Control Protocol): This protocol belongs to the Transport layer, which is responsible for providing communication between applications on different hosts1.

IP (Internet Protocol): IP is part of the Internetwork layer, which is tasked with routing packets across network boundaries to their destination1.

FTP (File Transfer Protocol): FTP operates at the Application layer, which supports application and end-user processes. It is used for transferring files over the network1.

Ethernet: While not a protocol within the TCP/IP stack, Ethernet is associated with the Network Interface layer, which corresponds to the link layer of the TCP/IP model and is responsible for the physical transmission of data1.

The TCP/IP model layers are designed to work collaboratively to transmit data from one layer to another, with each layer having specific protocols that perform functions necessary for the data transmission process1.

TCP:

TCP Model Layer: Transport

Explanation: The Transport layer is responsible for end-to-end communication and error handling. TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) operates at this layer to provide reliable, ordered, and error-checked delivery of data.

IP:

TCP Model Layer: Internetwork

Explanation: The Internetwork layer, also known as the Internet layer, is responsible for logical addressing and routing. IP (Internet Protocol) operates at this layer to route packets across networks.

FTP:

TCP Model Layer: Application

Explanation: The Application layer provides network services to applications. FTP (File Transfer Protocol) operates at this layer to transfer files between computers over a network.

Ethernet:

TCP Model Layer: Network

Explanation: The Network layer, also known as the Link layer in the TCP/IP model, is responsible for physical addressing and access to the physical medium. Ethernet operates at this layer to provide the physical and data link functions.

Transport Layer: This layer is responsible for providing communication services directly to the application processes running on different hosts. TCP is a core protocol in this layer.

Internetwork Layer: This layer is responsible for logical addressing, routing, and packet forwarding. IP is the primary protocol for this layer.

Application Layer: This layer interfaces directly with application processes and provides common network services. FTP is an example of a protocol operating in this layer.

Network Layer: In the TCP/IP model, this layer includes both the data link and physical layers of the OSI model. Ethernet is a protocol used in this layer to define network standards and communication protocols at the data link and physical levels.

References:

TCP/IP Model Overview: Cisco TCP/IP Model

Understanding the TCP/IP Model: TCP/IP Layers