Understanding Network Devices and Internet Connectivity

What is the primary function of a network adapter in a computer?

• To manage power supply

• To store data

• To process data

• To connect to the internet

What does a modem primarily do to facilitate internet connection?

• Converts digital signals to analog

• Filters unwanted data

• Converts analog signals to digital

• Increases the speed of the internet

Which device allows multiple computers to connect to one modem?

• Router

• Switch

• Access point

• Network adapter

What type of data conversion does a modem perform?

• Analog to digital

• Digital to analog

• Wi-Fi to digital

• Digital to Wi-Fi

What is a managed switch used for in a network setup?

• To modulate and demodulate signals

• To connect wireless devices

• To control data flow and access

• To increase internet speed

What advantage does a managed switch provide in a network?

• It can connect more devices wirelessly

• It allows for better control over data flow

• It converts analog signals to digital

• It provides power to devices

Who is credited with inventing the technology that led to the development of Wi-Fi?

• Hedy Lamarr

• Nikola Tesla

• Marie Curie

• Albert Einstein

Which of the following is a benefit of using a wireless router in a network setup?

• It can use dial-up connections

• It allows for managing and securing the network

• It requires physical cables to connect each device

• It only supports a limited number of devices

What is the maximum speed that DSL internet connections can typically reach?

• 115 Mbps

• 1000 Mbps

• 2000 Mbps

• 500 Mbps

Which technology uses light to transmit data, offering the fastest internet speeds?

• DSL

• Cable

• Dial-up

• Fiber optic