Y11 EC 2.3.1-5 Exercise Quiz

Which of the following is responsible for storing and processing data in a network infrastructure?

• Servers

• Routers

• Switches

• End-point devices

What type of server is commonly used to store executable files, documents, images, or movies?

• Application Server

• File Server

• Print Server

• Web Server

An example of an end-point device in a network infrastructure includes:

• Router

• Server

• Switch

• Laptop

On-premises computing refers to:

• Storing data in the cloud

• Outsourcing IT infrastructure to a third-party provider

• Maintaining computing resources within an organisation's own data centre

• Using a hybrid cloud infrastructure

Which of the following is an advantage of cloud computing?

• Complete control over hardware and software

• Limited scalability and resource flexibility

• Reduced upfront infrastructure costs

• Lower network latency compared to on-premises computing

Zoe is planning an office space for her employees. The device she will need to install to allow her employees to wirelessly access a network file server would be a:

• Router

• Wireless Access Point

• Repeater

• NAS System

Which of the following is a primary function of a database server?

• Managing hardware components of a computer system

• Providing database services to clients

• Performing data analysis and reporting

• Facilitating internet connectivity

What is the purpose of a Network Attached Storage (NAS) system?

• Manages network connectivity

• Processes data analysis tasks

• Provides centralised storage and file sharing

• Allows internet browsing to utilise multimedia

What does public cloud computing refer to?

• Hosting IT infrastructure on-premises

• Outsourcing IT infrastructure to a dedicated third-party provider

• Sharing computing resources with other organisations over the internet

• Storing data on local storage devices

What is the primary benefit of a hybrid cloud infrastructure?

• Complete control over data and security

• Lower infrastructure costs compared to public cloud

• Increased scalability and flexibility

• Seamless integration between on-premises and cloud resources