Accenture Technical Round

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Networking, Security, and Cloud

Basics of Networking

1. What is the primary function of a router in a network?
   Answer: To forward data packets between computer networks.
2. What protocol is used for secure data transmission over the internet?
   Answer: HTTPS (HyperText Transfer Protocol Secure)

Network Security

1. What is a firewall’s main purpose?
   Answer: To block unauthorized access while permitting outward communication.
2. Question: Which security method encrypts data to prevent unauthorized access?
   Answer: Encryption

Encryption Standards & Algorithms

1. What does AES stand for in encryption?
   Answer: Advanced Encryption Standard
2. Which encryption algorithm uses a 56-bit key?
   Answer: DES (Data Encryption Standard)

Network Security Devices

1. What type of device is a UTM?
   Answer: Unified Threat Management device
2. Which device inspects incoming and outgoing network traffic and decides whether to allow or block specific traffic based on a defined set of security rules?
   Answer: Firewall

Attack types

1. What is a DDoS attack?
   Answer: Distributed Denial of Service attack
2. Which attack involves sending unsolicited bulk messages?
   Answer: Spam
3. What is phishing?
   Answer: A technique to gain personal information for identity theft, using fraudulent emails.