Quiz 8A: Explain Network Types and Characteristics

What is the primary difference between client-server and peer-to-peer networks?

• The number of nodes

• The type of network cables used

• The level of network security

• The role of each node

In a client-server network, what role do servers typically play?

• Consuming network services

• Forwarding data packets

• Providing network applications and resources

• Managing network security

Which type of network model is more commonly used in business and enterprise environments?

• Peer-to-peer

• Hybrid

• Client-server

• Mesh

What is the primary defining characteristic of a local area network (LAN)?

• Distributed over a large geographical area

• Connected by long-distance links

• Confined to a single geographical location

• Accessible by remote workers

Which network type does not require a leased telecommunication system to function?

• Local Area Network (LAN)

• Wide Area Network (WAN)

• Personal Area Network (PAN)

• Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

What is a typical example of a LAN?

• Datacenter network

• Home/residential network

• Public Wi-Fi hotspot

• City-wide network

Which network type is commonly used to connect main office sites with branch office sites?

• Local Area Network (LAN)

• Wide Area Network (WAN)

• Personal Area Network (PAN)

• Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

What is a Personal Area Network (PAN) primarily used for?

• Connecting main office sites with branch office sites

• Providing public Wi-Fi access

• Establishing close-range network links between devices

• Distributing network applications and resources

What does the term "topology" describe in networking?

• The speed of data transmission

• The physical or logical structure of the network

• The number of devices connected to the network

• The type of network cables used

Which topology is the most widely used physical topology?