year 12 Computer Networking 290724

What is the primary purpose of computer networking?

• To increase the cost of IT infrastructure

• To facilitate communication, data sharing, and resource sharing

• To limit access to information

• To enhance gaming experiences

Which of the following is an advantage of computer networking?

• Increased cost

• Complexity

• Improved communication

• Security risks

Which of the following is a disadvantage of computer networking?

• Enhanced mobility

• Resource sharing

• Centralized management

• Security risks

Which transmission medium uses light signals to transmit data?

• Twisted-pair cables

• Coaxial cables

• Optical fibre

• Radio waves

Which network device forwards data packets between different networks?

• Switch

• Router

• Modem

• NIC

What is typically measured in bits per second (bps)?

• Network latency

• Transmission rate

• Data storage capacity

• Signal strength

In a wired star topology, what acts as the central point of communication?

• Router

• Switch

• Modem

• NIC

What is one disadvantage of a wireless LAN topology?

• Requires physical cabling

• Limited flexibility and mobility

• Susceptibility to interference

• Complex setup

Which network topology is characterized by devices acting as both clients and servers?

• Client-Server

• Peer-to-Peer

• Wired Star

• Wireless

What is the role of a server in a network?

• To connect devices within a LAN

• To forward data packets between networks

• To provide resources, services, and data to other devices

• To modulate and demodulate data signals