Year 9: Computer Networks Lesson

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a key component of a computer network?

• Network card

• Cable

• Monitor

• Router

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the main difference between a LAN and a WAN?

• A LAN connects devices within a limited area, while a WAN connects devices across vast distances.

• A LAN is used only in schools, while a WAN is used only in offices.

• A WAN is smaller than a LAN.

• A LAN requires the Internet, while a WAN does not.

Fill in the Blanks

A network card enables a device to

to a network.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are common types of network cables?

• RJ-45 cables

• HDMI cables

• USB cables

• VGA cables

Multiple Choice

Which device broadcasts data to all connected devices, causing network collisions?

• Switch

• Router

• Hub

• Repeater

Multiple Choice

What is the primary function of a switch in a computer network?

• To connect multiple devices and forward data packets only to the intended recipient

• To provide wireless connectivity

• To store data

• To power network devices

Open Ended

Explain the analogy of a mailman used to describe the difference between a hub and a switch.

Fill in the Blanks

A router directs data between different

(e.g., your home LAN and the internet).

Multiple Select

Which of the following are common types of network topology?

• Star

• Bus

• Ring

• Mesh

Multiple Choice

What is one major disadvantage of star topology?

• Difficult to set up

• Hub failure disrupts the entire network

• Slow data transfer

• Not scalable

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using a ring topology in a network?

• No collisions

• Predictable performance

• Single point of failure

• Easy to add new devices

Fill in the Blanks

One advantage of using a network in an organisation is

, which allows employees to share files, printers, and software, reducing costs.

Multiple Choice

What are the two main types of communication methods used in computer networks?

• Wired and wireless

• Bluetooth and infrared

• Optical and analog

• Satellite and radio