ITPC Net 1 (BSIT 2-2) Quiz 1

Which of the following is the functions of end devices on a network?

• They originate the data that flows through the network.

• They direct data over alternate paths in the event of link failures.

• They filter the flow of data to enhance security.

• They provide the channel over which the network message travels.

What characteristic of a network enables it to quickly grow to support new users and applications without impacting the performance of the service being delivered to existing users?

• reliability

• scalability

• quality of service

• accessibility

A college is building a new dormitory on its campus. Workers are digging in the ground to install a new water pipe for the dormitory. A worker accidentally damages a fiber optic cable that connects two of the existing dormitories to the campus data center. Although the cable has been cut, students in the dormitories only experience a very short interruption of network services. What characteristic of the network is shown here?

• quality of service (QoS)

• security

• fault tolerance

• integrity

Which device performs the function of determining the path that messages should take through internetworks?

• a router

• a firewall

• a web server

• a DSL modem

Which of the following Internet connection options do not require that physical cables be run to the building?

• DSL

• cellular

• dialup

• dedicated leased line

What type of network must a home user access in order to do online shopping?

• an intranet

• the Internet

• an extranet

• a local area network

Which term refers to a network that provides secure access to the corporate offices by suppliers, customers and collaborators?

• Internet

• intranet

• extranet

• extendednet

What type of computer provides information to end devices on a network?

• Server

• Switch

• Client

• Router

What is the term for a computer on a network that sends requests to servers to retrieve information?

• Host

• Client

• Server

• End device

What type of server provides email information to end devices?

• Web server

• File server

• Email server

• Internet server