Quiz 5 - Networking and the Internet

One common method of connecting to a wired network is through ......

• ethernet

• USB

• internet

A common method of connecting to a network wirelessly is using ....

• Hi-Fi

• Wi-Fi

• Lo-Fi

Because wireless signals can be intercepted by anyone in range, data is ...... to make sure that no one else can understand it.

• encrypted

• deleted

• redacted

People wishing to connect to the internet from a café or a hotel can often make use of ....... which has been set up so customers have free, wireless internet access.

• a private hotspot

• an ethernet cable

• a public hotspot

Many people have a mobile phone contract that allows them to use ...... They have an allowance that refreshes each month.

• USB

• fibre optics

• mobile data

Which one or more of the following correctly describe wired networks?

• Wired networks are easy to access because you don't need physical access to the building to connect to them.

• Wired networks are more convenient because you can move around while connected to the network.

• Wired networks need cable that has to be bought and installed.

• Wired networks more stable and reliable than wireless networks.

Which one or more of the following correctly describe wireless networks?

• Wireless networks must be encrypted because it is easy for others to eavesdrop on them.

• Wireless networks have signals that can travel for several miles.

• Wireless networks can be affected by interference from walls and electronic devices.

• Wireless networks are the best choice when a fast, stable and reliable connection is important.

True or False? Private Wi-Fi is relatively cheap because it relies on an existing internet connection and just needs an additional wireless access point.

• True

• False

True or False? Public hotspots are very safe and are an ideal way to connect to the internet to do your online banking.

• True

• False

True or False? Public hotspots are usually free, although they can be slow. A faster, premium service can sometimes be paid for.

• True

• False