Communication Networks and Internet Quiz

What is a network?

• A group of computers linked together

• A single computer not connected to a network

• A type of wireless connection

• A device used to share internet connection

What are the advantages of a LAN?

• Data can be shared by many users

• Users can work together on a single shared document

• Users can communicate using email

• Cheaper to buy software for several computers

What is a server?

• A powerful computer that runs the network operating system

• A device used to connect computers to the internet

• A type of wireless network

• A computer not connected to a network

What is a LAN?

• A network where computers share peripherals and information

• A network that covers a large geographical area

• A type of wireless network

• A computer not connected to a network

What is a client/server network?

• A network where one or more computers are designated as servers

• A network where every computer can communicate directly with every other computer

• A type of wireless network

• A network where computers share peripherals and information

What is an ad hoc network?

• A temporary computer-to-computer connection

• A network where one or more computers are designated as servers

• A type of wireless network

• A network where computers share peripherals and information

What is tethering?

• The practice of using a mobile device as a modem to connect another device

• A network where every computer can communicate directly with every other computer

• A type of wireless network

• A network where computers share peripherals and information

What is the purpose of tethering?

• To share a mobile device's internet connection with other devices

• To create a wireless access point and router

• To connect a computer to a LAN

• To connect a computer to a WAN

What is a mobile ad hoc network (MANET)?

• A type of ad hoc network for mobile devices

• A network where one or more computers are designated as servers

• A type of wireless network

• A network where computers share peripherals and information

What is a wireless sensor network used for?

• Collecting various types of data

• Creating a temporary computer-to-computer connection

• Sharing peripherals and information between computers

• Connecting vehicles in a network