ACS Apple Networking & Connectivity Flashcards

What standard does Apple use for near-field, high-speed wireless file sharing between iPhones without internet connectivity?

Answer: AirDrop using Bluetooth and peer-to-peer Wi-Fi

AirDrop uses Bluetooth for device discovery and a direct peer-to-peer Wi-Fi connection for high-speed file transfers, requiring no internet or router.

Which Apple networking feature allows a Mac to share its internet connection with nearby devices?

Answer: Internet Sharing in System Settings

Internet Sharing in macOS System Settings allows a Mac to share its active network connection via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or USB to other devices.

What protocol does Apple use for zero-configuration networking, enabling devices to discover printers, Macs, and services without DNS setup?

Answer: Bonjour (mDNS/DNS-SD)

Bonjour is Apple's implementation of Zeroconf networking using multicast DNS, allowing devices to discover and connect to services on a local network without manual configuration.

What is the maximum Wi-Fi standard supported by recent iPhone models (iPhone 15 Pro and later)?

Answer: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)

iPhone 15 Pro models introduced Wi-Fi 6E support, which adds the 6 GHz band for faster speeds and reduced congestion compared to standard Wi-Fi 6.

Which connection port do modern MacBook Pro and MacBook Air models use for charging, display output, and data transfer?

Answer: Thunderbolt / USB-C

Modern MacBook Pro and Air models use Thunderbolt/USB-C ports that support charging, DisplayPort video output, USB data, and Thunderbolt accessory connectivity.

What Apple product serves as a Wi-Fi router and smart home hub simultaneously?

Answer: HomePod mini

HomePod mini serves as a HomeKit hub, enabling remote access and automation for smart home devices; note that Apple discontinued its AirPort router line in 2018.