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A computer network is a group of computers connected in order to share information, data and resources.

• True
• False

Answer explanation

A computer network is a telecommunication network that allows computers to exchange data.

One characteristics of a computer network is its affordability.

• True
• False

Answer explanation

Network characteristics includes ONLY scalability and security.

Scalability means ease on upgradability.

• True
• False

Answer explanation

Scalability increases the system performance by adding more processors.

Security means providing entry to questionable users.

• True
• False

Answer explanation

Security is the main characteristics of Computer network where you can take necessary steps for protecting your data from unauthorized access

Communication is important as it involves keeping data on oneself.

• True
• False

Answer explanation

It is a process where two or more computers or devices transfer data, instruction or information.

Computer sharing is one of the benefits of computer networking.

• True
• False

Answer explanation

Computer sharing is not a benefit of computer networking.

File sharing is beneficial since in a network each user contribute to attain success.

• True
• False

Answer explanation

File sharing means allowing other users use your data to achieve team goals.

Resource sharing means using resources without consent.

• True
• False

Answer explanation

Though connected in a network consent is still needed.

Computer networking also allow to use single internet connection.

• True
• False

Answer explanation

It Is Cost-efficient And Can Help Protect Your Systems If You Properly Secure The Network Increasing Storage Capacity – You Can Access Files And Multimedia, Such As Images And Music, Which You Store Remotely On Other Machines Or Network-attached Storage Devices.

PAN is smallest network setup since it only involves personal space.

• True
• False

Answer explanation

As the name suggests, personal use only involves home use, etc.