Unit 1.5 Network topologies, protocols and layers MCQs 1

What network has the server placed in the centre and the devices around it? (1-4) 

• Ring 
• Bus 
• Star 
• Mesh 

Which is a feature of a Mesh Network? (5-6) 

• Data can be transmitted from different devices simultaneously. 
• Devices are dependent on a central sever. 
• The network uses terminators 
• The Server is usually based in the middle of the network 

Which of these is not an advantage of a Network? (1-4) 

• Shared les and resources 
• Less vulnerable to hackers 
• Data can be shared across a range of users 
• User accounts can be created 

Which is a disadvantage of WiFi? (1-4) 

• You can use it in a range of ‘hard to reach’ locations making users more mobile 
• It is simple to join a WiFi network 
• It reduces Health & Safety issues by removing wires 
• None of them 

Encryption is? (1-4) 

• A secret code used to keep data safe 
• A key which is applied to data to scramble it (a) 
• A set of numbers used to replace letters in data that is transmitted 
• A message that is kept secret 

The Encryption method used on Secure Internet transitions is called? (5-6) 

• Public Key Encryption 
• Public Code Encrypting 
• Public Key Encrypting 
• Private Key Encryption 

Encryption requires a key? (1-4) 

• True 
• False 

Which term describes the physical layout of a Network? (1-4) 

• Topology 
• Topping 
• Topiology 
• Toppology 

What is a benefit of a wired network over a wireless network? (7-9) 

• Increased costs 
• Technical Knowledge needed 
• Faster Data Transfer Speeds 
• Easier to hack 

What is a benefit of a mesh network over a star network? (7-9) 

• Cabling is often easier to follow 
• Increased redundancy 
• You only need one server 
• It costs less to set up