DDD2 Y10 19th July Networks

What is the definition of a local area network?

• A small geographical area
• A large geographical area
• A metropolitan geographical area
• A personal area

Local area networks are connected using Ethernet cables Wi-Fi or a combination ? 2 Correct answers

• True

• False

• Often use Fibre Optic Cables

• Local area networks use copper twisted pair CAT5 CAT6 CAT7 cables

A local area network often uses what type of connexion?

• Star topology all connected only to the server not each other
• full mesh topology
• Ring topology

WHat does Wifi allow?

• Allows for digital devices to communicate with each other wirelessly within a particular area
• Allows for connection only via a cable

WHat does Ethernet allow?

• Is a special cableing used
• Cabling is used to connect computer systems to form a LAN. Information is transmitted across the network via Ethernet cables

What does a server do?

• Stores all user data on the server and information within a network in a central location.​ This allows users to log into any work station and access their files.
• Allows wireless connection of mobile devices to a network if within suitable range. Allows several devices to be connected at the same time.​
• Networking hardware used to connect one network device to another. They can be used to share devices such as printers and scanners amongst many users.​

What does a switch do?

• Stores all user data and information within a network in a central location
• Using Ethernet cables to connect to both the server and individual work stations, a switch directs information between the server and individual workstations.
• Networking hardware used to connect one network device to another. They can be used to share devices such as printers

What does a router do?

• It stores all data on the server
• It is a cable to connect devices
• It directs packets of data on the correct way over the network
• It is a long cable from a to b

What is a Ethernet Cable?

• Networking hardware used to connect one network device to another. They can be used to share devices such as printers
• It is a device used to store data
• it directs packet of traffic in a LAN
• A cable that goes across the ocean and if very fast

A ethernet is a fast reliable consistent connection?

• True
• False