Building Ethernet LAN Quiz

What is a geographically limited network commonly referred to as?

• WAN

• MAN

• LAN

• INTERNET

• VPN

PCs and printers in networking terms are known as _______.

What is the layout where multiple computers are connected to the same physical wire or cable in Ethernet's original deployment called?

• Distributed Topology

• Shared Bus

• Network Point

• Central Hub

• Direct Connect

Which two layers does Ethernet operate at?

• Session and Presentation

• Transport and Session

• Application and Presentation

• Network and Transport

• Physical and Data Link

In half-duplex communication, if one device on a network segment is transmitting data, what is the status of other devices on that segment?

• They can also transmit data simultaneously.

• They must wait until the line is clear before transmitting.

• They can receive data but cannot send it.

• They are disconnected from the network.

• They can only send data if authorized by the transmitting device.

Ethernet was originally developed by _______ and then standardized by a consortium of three companies: DEC, Intel and Xerox.

One byte is made up of _______ bits of data.

What was developed to fully utilize the benefits of twisted-pair cabling and overcome the limitations of bridged networks? (Answer in 1 word)

The term for transmitting and receiving data at the same time without the risk of collisions is called ____ ______ data transmission.

What will a client typically choose if multiple access points on the same network respond? (Answer in 2 words)