Computer Science 1.5 - Topologies, Layers and Protocols

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

• Bus
• Ring
• Star
• Mesh

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

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

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

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

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

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

Encryption is? (1-4)

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

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

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

Encryption requires a key? (1-4)

• false
• true

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

• Topiary
• Topology
• Topping
• Toppology
• Topiology

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

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

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

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