Personal Wireless Networks

Priya is setting up a wireless network at home. What is the primary function of a Network Interface Card (NIC) in her setup?

• To connect a computer to a network

• To extend the wireless coverage

• To assign local IP addresses

• To monitor network traffic

David is setting up a new home office and wants better speed and reliability for his internet connection. Which feature should he look for in a NIC?

• Real-time scanning

• Support for the latest Wi-Fi standards

• Dual-band capability

• Quality of Service (QoS)

David is setting up a personal wireless network at home. What is the main function of the router in his network?

• To connect a computer to a network

• To direct data between your home network and the internet

• To extend the wireless coverage

• To block malicious traffic

Harper is setting up a home network and wants to ensure that her online gaming and video streaming get priority over other activities. Which feature in a router helps prioritise traffic for specific applications?

• Antivirus software

• Dual-band capability

• Quality of Service (QoS)

• Real-time scanning

Luna and Aiden are setting up a personal wireless network at home. What is the function of an access point in their network?

• To connect a computer to a network

• To direct data between your home network and the internet

• To extend the wireless coverage

• To monitor network traffic

Which frequency bands should devices support for better performance and reduced interference?

• Single-band (2.4 GHz)

• 2.4 GHz only

• Dual-band (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) or tri-band

• 5 GHz only

William is setting up a new home network. What should he consider regarding modem compatibility when selecting a router?

• Ensure the router has a built-in firewall

• Ensure the router has dual-band capability

• Ensure the router is compatible with your ISP’s modem

• Ensure the router supports the latest Wi-Fi standards

What is the primary function of a firewall in a personal wireless network?

• To assign local IP addresses

• To extend the wireless coverage

• To connect a computer to a network

• To monitor and block malicious traffic

Hannah is setting up a new network for her small business. Which type of firewall can be built into the router?

• Real-time scanning

• Antivirus software

• Hardware-based

• Software-based

What is a key consideration for antivirus software in a personal wireless network?

• Ease of setup

• Compatibility with ISP’s modem

• Regular updates to protect against the latest threats

• Support for dual-band frequencies