Networks and Components

What is a computer network?

• A group of computerized devices connected together to communicate and share data and resources

• A group of computerized devices connected together to play games

• A group of computerized devices connected together to watch movies

• A group of computerized devices connected together to listen to music

What are the two types of computer networks?

• Wired and wireless networks

• Mobile and satellite networks

• Local and global networks

• Ethernet and Bluetooth networks

What is a LAN?

• A computer network that connects devices in a small geographic area

• A computer network that connects devices in a large geographic area

• A computer network that connects devices across the world

• A computer network that connects devices using radio waves

What is a MAN?

• A larger network that connects LANs in a metropolitan area

• A network that connects devices across a large geographic area

• A network that connects devices using radio waves

• A network that connects devices using fiber optic cables

What is a WAN?

• A computer network that connects devices across a large geographic area

• A computer network that connects devices in a small geographic area

• A computer network that connects devices using radio waves

• A computer network that connects devices using fiber optic cables

What is a mobile network?

• A network where devices are linked together via radio waves

• A network where devices are linked together via fiber optic cables

• A network where devices are linked together via Ethernet cables

• A network where devices are linked together via satellite

What is the purpose of cell towers in a mobile network?

• To generate radio waves and transmit signals

• To connect devices using fiber optic cables

• To connect devices using Ethernet cables

• To connect devices using satellite

What is the coverage area of cellular towers in flat terrain?

• 30 to 45 miles

• 3 to 5 miles

• Less than a mile

• More than 45 miles

What are the applications of mobile networks?

• Education, commerce, journalism, healthcare, emergency services, and more

• Education, commerce, journalism, transportation, logistics, and more

• Education, commerce, journalism, healthcare, transportation, and more

• Education, commerce, journalism, healthcare, emergency services, transportation, and more

What is a network interface card (NIC)?

• A hardware component that enables a computer or other device to connect to a network

• A hardware component that enables a computer or other device to connect to the internet

• A hardware component that enables a computer or other device to connect to a printer

• A hardware component that enables a computer or other device to connect to a server