Why can’t different IP networks communicate directly without a router?

Routers operate at Layer 3 (Network layer) and use IP addresses to forward packets between different networks.

Which mode allows interface configuration changes on a Cisco router?

Access interface config mode with: configure terminal → interface [name]

What command changes a router’s hostname to "NU-Router"?

Use hostname NU-Router in global configuration mode.

To secure the console port, which command sequence is correct?

Correct sequence: line console 0 → set password → enable login

How many VTY lines are typically enabled by default?

Cisco routers have 5 VTY lines (0-4) by default.

Why is enable secret preferred over enable password?

enable secret uses SHA-256 encryption vs enable password's weak Type 7.

What does service password-encryption do?

Encrypts passwords using Type 7 (weak) encryption.

When is a MOTD banner displayed?

MOTD appears immediately after connection.

How to disable automatic DNS lookup?

Prevents CLI delays from failed DNS queries.

What command maps hostname to IP?

Syntax: ip host networkustad 192.168.1.1

Critical step when assigning IP to interface?

Interfaces are shutdown by default.

Misspelled command in User EXEC mode?

Disable with no ip domain-lookup

Which command encrypts VTY passwords?

Encrypts using Type 7 encryption.

Telnet without VTY password shows?

Requires password configuration on VTY lines.

Command for post-login banner?

MOTD banner shows after authentication.

Purpose of login command under VTY?

Requires password for remote access.

What does 'do' command allow?

Example: do show running-config

Command shows interface status?

Concise interface status overview.

Cisco IOS Command Modes Quiz Test: User EXEC, Privileged EXEC, and Global Configuration Modes

March 16, 2025

Asad Ijaz

6 min read

CCNA

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