Computer Network Types and Devices Quiz

What is the main advantage of a wired network?

• Security issues

• Simple installation

• Faster network data transfer speed

• User mobility

Which device interconnects networking devices but risks the broadcast of data to all connected devices?

• Cable Modem

• Switch

• Hub

• LAN Ethernet Cable

What is the main function of a server in a network?

• Monitor and secure network traffic

• Provide resources and services to other computers

• Connect wireless devices

• Initiate direct connections from sender to destination

What is the main function of a firewall in a network?

• Initiate direct connections from sender to destination

• Monitor and secure network traffic

• Provide resources and services to other computers

• Connect wireless devices

What is the main advantage of a wireless network?

• Faster network data transfer speed

• Specialized tools for cable connections

• Labor-intensive

• Inexpensive setup

Which device provides a connection to wired LANs and connects wireless devices?

• Wireless Router

• Wi-Fi Modem

• Hub

• Wireless Access Point

What is the main function of a wireless router in a network?

• Interconnect networking devices

• Monitor and secure network traffic

• Link networking devices using radio frequency

• Provide resources and services to other computers

What is the main function of a Wi-Fi modem in a network?

• Provide resources and services to other computers

• Interconnect networking devices

• Combine the functionality of a modem and a router for Internet connectivity

• Monitor and secure network traffic

What is the main function of a cable modem in a network?

• Connect devices within a local area network

• Interconnect networking devices

• Provide resources and services to other computers

• Create a broadband network connection from a home network to the ISP

What is the main disadvantage of a wired network?

• Security issues

• User mobility

• Slower data transfer

• Simple installation