HS Computers- Networks

What does LAN stand for?

• Logical Analogue Network

• Laser Assisted Network

• Local Area Network

What is a server in a computer network?

• Someone who manages the network

• The name for a large number of computer cables

• A powerful computer that provides centralized file storage

What is a protocol?

• Any peripheral device
• A person that uses a client
• Rules for networks and communications
• A circuitboard with the components to send/receive data

What is Internet Protocol (IP) used for?

• To send information across the internet in packets

• To ensure that information is sent to the correct computer

• To send mail across the internet

• To transmit webpages across the internet

Local Area Networks are usually located within a single building

• True

• False

Home networks are more likely to use a...

• router

• switch

• hub

A wide area network (WAN) ...

• connects two or more LANs together

• means Wi-Fi can be used

• is easier to use than a LAN

• connects two or more computers together

A router usually connects to a device inside the home before reaching the Internet. This device is called

• cable

• switch

• router

• modem

A computer security expert, who specializes in testing methodologies to ensure the security of an organization's information systems.

• Ethical hacker

• Programer

• Social Engineer

A malware program that, when executed, replicates by inserting copies of itself into other computer programs is known as?

• Covid-19

• Virus

• Spoofing

• Rhinovirus