What is data communication?

• The physical transfer of data from one location to another

• The storage of data in a secure database

• The analysis of data patterns for decision making

• The process of converting data into a different format

What is the main advantage of a centralized processing system?

• Tight control on system operations and applications

• Improved network performance

• More responsive to users

• Accessing unused processing power

Which type of topology has a single point of potential failure?

• Ring Topology

• Bus Topology

• Star Topology

• Mesh Topology

What is the purpose of a router in a network?

• Manages data transmission and file transfers

• Decides which path data takes

• Connects network systems and controls traffic flow

• Provides information or services in response to client requests

Which protocol governs data communication including error detection and transmission speed?

• Protocols

• TCP/IP

• Routers

• Routing

What is the main advantage of a wireless network?

• High reliability

• Improved network performance

• Low cost

• Mobility, flexibility, ease of installation

What is the purpose of convergence in data communication?

• Integrating voice, video, and data for decision making

• Improving network security

• Enhancing network speed

• Reducing network costs

Which architecture balances the workload between client and server?

• N-Tier Architectures

• Two-Tier Architecture

• Hierarchical Topology

• Mesh Topology

What is the function of a modem in data communication?

• Decides which path data takes

• Connects network systems and controls traffic flow

• Manages data transmission and file transfers

• Connects a user to the Internet

Which type of network spans several cities, states, or countries?

• Local Area Networks

• Wireless Networks

• Wide Area Networks

• Metropolitan Area Networks