1.4 Networks Quiz 1

What is a standalone computer?

• A computer that is not connected to a network

• A computer that is being used as a server

• A computer that does not have any peripherals attached to it

• A computer that is only used by one person

LAN stands for

• Local Area Network
• Large Area Network
• Little Area Network
• Local Analogue Network

A WAN is a network within one building.

TRUE or FALSE?

• False

• True

Which one of these items describes a LAN?

• A computer network covering a small geographic area, like a home, office, school, or group of buildings.
• A computer network that covers a broad area (e.g. any network whose communications links cross metropolitan, regional, or national boundaries over a long distance).

Which of these is a characteristic of a LAN?

• It covers a wide geographical area

• Computers are connected together using a leased line or a satellite

• User can share files and peripherals

• Data can only be transmitted at a slow rate

Which of these is a characteristic of a WAN

• It covers a small geographical area

• Normally uses third-party equipment to create a connection

• It is contained within one building

• User are not able to share files and peripherals

What is an advantage of a LAN?

• You can save money by sharing peripherals like printers.
• It is limited to a small area.
• Can cover near infinite geographical distance.
• Expensive to setup.

What is a disadvantage of a LAN?

• Site (software) licences are likely to be cheaper than buying several standalone licences.
• Security is good - users cannot see other users' files unlike on stand-alone machines.
• if the main cable fails or gets damaged the whole network will fail
• Purchasing the network cabling and file servers can be expensive.

A network with over 500 computers connected is considered to be a WAN.

TRUE or FALSE?

• False

• True

A WAN can spread over a vast area and include several LANs.

TRUE or FALSE?

• True

• False