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Sophos Technologies Network Engineer Interview Questions and Answers
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Rohit Sharma
I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Aug 2021. There was 1 interview round.
(3 Questions)
- Q1. How arp works and how it detects whether the destination device is in different network?
- Ans.
ARP is a protocol used to map an IP address to a MAC address. It detects different networks by comparing the IP address and subnet mask.
ARP stands for Address Resolution Protocol
It maps an IP address to a MAC address
It works by broadcasting an ARP request to all devices on the network
The device with the matching IP address responds with its MAC address
If the destination device is in a different network, ARP compares th
- Q2. How dhcp work and what is the function of relay agent.
- Ans.
DHCP assigns IP addresses to devices on a network. Relay agent forwards DHCP messages between subnets.
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) assigns IP addresses, subnet masks, default gateways, and DNS servers to devices on a network.
DHCP server listens for DHCP requests from clients and responds with an IP address lease.
Relay agent is used when DHCP server and client are on different subnets. It forwards DHCP mes...
- Q3. Packet flow for Google
- Ans.
Packet flow for Google involves multiple steps and routing protocols.
Packet is sent from user's device to local router
Local router forwards packet to ISP's router
ISP's router forwards packet to Google's edge router
Google's edge router forwards packet to appropriate data center
Packet is processed and response is sent back through same path
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Kushal Gowda
I applied via Job Portal
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Explain osi model in detail.
- Ans.
The OSI model is a conceptual framework that defines the functions of a network into seven distinct layers.
The OSI model stands for Open Systems Interconnection model.
It was developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) in 1984.
The model is divided into seven layers: Physical, Data Link, Network, Transport, Session, Presentation, and Application.
Each layer has its own specific functions and prot...
- Q2. Tell me your responsibalities in your current role.
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- Q1. What is vpn why vpn is used and classes of private IP range
- Ans.
VPN is a secure way to connect to a private network over the internet. Private IP ranges are used to assign IP addresses within a network.
VPN stands for Virtual Private Network
It allows users to securely access a private network over the internet
VPN encrypts the data transmitted over the network to ensure security
Private IP ranges are used to assign IP addresses within a network
There are three classes of private IP ran...
- Q2. Ospf,rip,bgp and osi model
- Q3. Proxy dns eigrp TCP protocol and TCP 3 shake
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I applied via campus placement at Kanpur University and was interviewed in Oct 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.
A batsman scored 110 runs which included 3 boundaries and 8 sixes. What percent of his total score did he make by running between the wickets?
(2 Questions)
- Q1. About your subjects and projects
- Q2. What was made in the project and on what language
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posted on 27 Apr 2020
I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Oct 2019. There were 3 interview rounds.
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2 Questions
- Q1. How VPC works?
- Ans.
VPC (Virtual Private Cloud) is a virtual network in the cloud that allows users to securely connect their resources.
VPC provides isolated networking environment in the cloud
Users can define their own IP address range, subnets, and route tables
VPC allows creation of public and private subnets
Network Access Control Lists (ACLs) and Security Groups can be used to control inbound and outbound traffic
VPC peering enables con...
- Q2. How IPSec works? and what are the different packets which are exchanged during runnel formation?
- Ans.
IPSec is a protocol suite used to secure IP communications by authenticating and encrypting each IP packet.
IPSec operates at the network layer of the OSI model.
It provides data confidentiality, integrity, and authentication.
IPSec uses two main protocols: Authentication Header (AH) and Encapsulating Security Payload (ESP).
During tunnel formation, the following packets are exchanged: IKE Phase 1 Main Mode, IKE Phase 1 Ag
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I was interviewed before Aug 2016.
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- Q1. What id dhcp and tell about mac
- Ans.
DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. It is a network protocol that automatically assigns IP addresses to devices on a network.
DHCP is used to manage and distribute IP addresses in a network
It allows devices to obtain IP addresses dynamically instead of manually configuring them
DHCP also provides other network configuration information like subnet mask, default gateway, and DNS server addresses
MAC (Media...
- Q2. Dhcp
- Q3. Mac
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Experience: dhcp stadns on dynamic host control protocal and mac is nothing but media access control,it's a 48bit hexadecimal
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I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Jan 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.
(1 Question)
- Q1. Read back dictation on screen
- Ans.
The question requires the candidate to read back a dictated text on the screen.
The candidate should listen carefully to the dictated text.
The candidate should then read back the text accurately.
The candidate should ensure that they have understood the text before reading it back.
Examples: 'Please read back the following sentence: The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog.'
Examples: 'Please read back the following par...
(1 Question)
- Q1. What is OSPF, BGP, networking
- Ans.
OSPF and BGP are routing protocols used in networking to determine the best path for data to travel.
OSPF (Open Shortest Path First) is an interior gateway protocol used to route IP packets within a single network.
BGP (Border Gateway Protocol) is an exterior gateway protocol used to route data between different networks.
Networking refers to the practice of connecting devices together to share resources and communicate w...
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I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Feb 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Utp cableing rj45 coding & wimax mbps with line off site & line on site
- Ans. White orange orange white blue green white green brwon white brown, 2 mbps to 5 mbps, working with line line on site.
- Q2. Crimping to Rj45 & UTP Fibre advantage & disadvantage, benefits with categorires vlan in switching, difference hub & switch
- Ans.
Answering questions related to crimping, UTP fiber, VLANs, and the difference between hub and switch for a Network Engineer position.
Crimping RJ45 connectors onto UTP cables is a common task for network engineers. Advantages include ease of installation and cost-effectiveness. Disadvantages include susceptibility to interference and limited distance.
UTP fiber cables offer higher bandwidth and longer distances than UTP ...
(1 Question)
- Q1. Vlan benefits and advantage of uses
- Ans.
VLANs provide segmentation, security, and flexibility in network design.
VLANs allow for logical segmentation of a network, separating traffic into different broadcast domains.
This improves network performance and reduces congestion.
VLANs also provide enhanced security by isolating sensitive data and restricting access to certain areas of the network.
They also allow for flexibility in network design, making it easier to...
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I applied via campus placement at Kanpur University and was interviewed in Oct 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.
A batsman scored 110 runs which included 3 boundaries and 8 sixes. What percent of his total score did he make by running between the wickets?
(2 Questions)
- Q1. About your subjects and projects
- Q2. What was made in the project and on what language
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I applied via Job Portal
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Explain osi model in detail.
- Ans.
The OSI model is a conceptual framework that defines the functions of a network into seven distinct layers.
The OSI model stands for Open Systems Interconnection model.
It was developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) in 1984.
The model is divided into seven layers: Physical, Data Link, Network, Transport, Session, Presentation, and Application.
Each layer has its own specific functions and prot...
- Q2. Tell me your responsibalities in your current role.
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