engineering computer science MCQ #315

What is the purpose of the subnet mask?

engineering computer science MCQ #315

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the purpose of the subnet mask?

    • A) To identify the network ID
    • B) To identify the host ID
    • C) To route packets
    • D) To fragment packets

    Answer: To identify the network ID

    Explanation: The subnet mask is used to determine the network ID and host ID parts of an IP address.