Grade 8 Computer Quiz on File Sharing and Networks

Which action is considered a responsible and ethical use of school's computer resources?

• Downloading pirated games

• Sending personal emails during class

• Conducting research for a school assignment

• Browsing inappropriate websites

What is the device that forwards data on a network called?

• Repeater

• Modem

• Gateway

• Router

File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is used to:

• Encrypt files on your local computer

• Transfer files across a network

• Increase internet speed

• Create shortcuts on the desktop

What does WAN stand for?

• Wide Area Network

• Wireless Area Network

• Web Access Network

• Workgroup Area Network

What type of network would be used to connect a laptop to a mobile phone for sharing files?

• LAN

• PAN

• WAN

• MAN

What is the primary feature of a peer-to-peer (P2P) network?

• There is a dedicated server that controls the network.

• All computers have equal status and can share resources with each other.

• It is the most secure type of network.

• It requires special software to access the internet.

What is it called when a computer is able to access files stored on another computer over a network?

• File Sharpening

• File Serving

• File Sharing

• File Storing

A network that spans across a city or campus is known as:

• LAN

• MAN

• WAN

• PAN

Which network type covers the broadest area?

• LAN

• PAN

• MAN

• WAN

Who is credited with coining the term "computer ethics"?

• Bill Gates

• Steve Jobs

• Alan Turing

• Walter Maner