Summative assessment – Networks_ from semaphores to the Internet – Y8

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What is a computer network?

• a) Two or more computers connected together
• b) A single computer
• c) A powerful computer that provides a service
• d) A set of rules

Which term describes a set of rules that computers on a network use to communicate with one another?

• a) Method
• b) Protocol
• c) Instruction
• d) Conduct

Which of the below is a valid protocol for email addresses?

• a) An ‘&’ character must be used
• b) An ‘@’ character must be used
• c) A ‘/’ character must be used
• d) An ‘*’ character must be used

This hardware device connects a number of computers together on a local network. This hardware device has ports that allow cables to be plugged in from each connected computer. What is the device?

• a) Hub
• b) Computer network
• c) Network cable
• d) Router

What is the name of a piece of hardware that is used to connect different devices together? This hardware is often made up of a number of wires.

• a) Protocol
• b) Server
• c) Network cable
• d) Hub

A common function of this hardware device is to join a home network to the internet via your internet service provider (ISP). What is the device?

• a) Router
• b) Server
• c) Network cable
• d) Hub

This device is often described as a powerful computer that provides services. One example of a service that it can provide is shared access to files such as text, images, sound, or video. What is the device?

• a) Router
• b) Hub
• c) Network
• d) Server

Which one of the below is an example of a wired communication technology?

• a) 4G
• b) Network cable
• c) WiFi
• d) Bluetooth