Networks Quiz

What is a network in the context of computer science?

• A type of computer software

• A single computer

• A connection of two or more devices that can share resources, information, and data

• A type of computer hardware

What is one of the advantages of using a network?

• Faster internet speeds

• Increased privacy

• Sharing files between connected devices

• Reduced software costs

Which device is commonly shared on a network?

• Mobile phone

• Printer

• Television

• Refrigerator

What is one of the advantages of using networks related to account management?

• Accounts can be deleted permanently

• Accounts can be managed so that users cannot access unsuitable material online

• Accounts can only access one device at a time

• Accounts require no password

How can files be managed in a network to ensure data recovery?

• Files cannot be backed up on a network

• Files are automatically deleted after a certain period

• All files can be backed up on a file server, allowing easy recovery of deleted work

• Files are stored locally on each device only

What capability does creating accounts on a network provide?

• Limits access to a single device

• Allows access to any device on the network

• Prevents the creation of multiple accounts

• Requires physical presence for access

What happens if the file server in a network goes down?

• The network becomes faster

• Only one computer loses access

• The whole network will go down

• Nothing happens

What could be a challenge as the size of a network increases?

• It becomes easier to manage

• It requires fewer resources

• It may require hiring a network specialist

• Network performance automatically improves

What is a potential effect of connecting more devices to a network?

• Decreased security risk

• Improved network performance

• Network performance might worsen

• Reduced costs

What is one disadvantage of using networks?

• Increased cost for internet access

• Hackers could gain access to all of the information on the network through one security breach

• Slower computer performance

• Reduced software compatibility