Network Protocol & Typologies

What is a network?

• A collection of connected computers

• A software application

• A standalone computer

• A type of computer virus

What is the primary purpose of a network?

• To isolate computers from each other

• To connect computers for sharing resources

• To increase the size of a computer

• To create computer viruses

Which of the following is a type of network?

• LAN

• CPU

• RAM

• USB

3. What is the role of a router in a network?

• a) It connects devices within a network

• b) It routes data between networks

• c) It provides IP addresses

• d) It acts as a firewall

Which network topology has a central node that connects to all other nodes?

• Ring

• Star

• Mesh

• Bus

Drag and drop the correct description to each topology:

• All devices share a single backbone

• Ring

• Central node connects to all devices

• Star

• Devices connected in a closed loop

• Mesh

• Interconnected without a central node

• Bus

Which network topology offers the most redundancy?

• Star

• Ring

• Mesh

• Bus

What does LAN stand for?

• Local Access Network

• Local Area Network

• Large Area Network

• Linked Area Network

In which topology does data travel in one direction?

• Star

• Ring

• Mesh

• Bus

Which device is needed to connect a LAN to a WAN?

• Switch

• Hub

• Router

• Modem