Y8 Network L1 Plenary Quiz

A network is best described as....

• two or more connected computer devices.

• millions of connected devices all over the world.

• three or more connected computer devices.

Select ALL the situations below where a network has been created...

• 2 PCs connected together to share a printer.

• 2 Nintendo DS connected together to trade Pokemon.

• Wired Headphones connected to a Laptop.

• 145 PCs, Notebooks and laptops connected together across a university campus

What does LAN stand for?

• Local Access Network
• Located Area Network
• Local Area Nutter
• Local Area Network

Which BEST describes a LAN?

• Networked computers in a wide geographical area
• Networked computers in a small geographical area
• Computers linked together in a building
• Computers together in a local area

Who owns the hardware for a LAN?

• The organisation that uses it
• Internet Service Provider (ISP)
• Depends who provides your broadband
• The school concerned

How can LANs be connected?

• Using string
• Using satellite
• Wired and Wireless methods
• Using glue

Where are LANs most likely to be found?

• In airports
• In large, international companies
• In web-based companies
• In small businesses or schools

What does WAN stand for?

• Wide Arena Network
• Wider Area Net
• Wide Area Network
• Wide Area National

Which BEST describes a WAN?

• Computers connected together in a wide area
• The Internet
• Computers connected together in a local area
• Connects LANS that are in different locations

What IS NOT used to connect computers in a WAN?

• Satellite links
• Radio signals
• Glue
• Telephone lines