Tech CH 5 Review

In a client-server model, what role does the server play?

• It only consumes resources
• It is always offline
• It fulfills client requests
• It requests information and resources

What is a peer-to-peer relationship in networking?

• One computer requests and another responds
• It requires a central server
• Both computers can request and provide resources
• Only one computer is powerful

What device is commonly used to connect computers in a LAN?

• Switch
• Firewall
• Modem
• Router

What role does a firewall serve within a local area network (LAN)?

• To connect multiple computers
• To manage the internet connection
• To increase network speed
• To block unauthorized access

What is an intranet?

• A private LAN for a company or organization
• A global network accessible to everyone
• A type of Internet service provider
• A device used to connect to the Internet

Which statement best defines a Wide Area Network (WAN)?

• A network limited to a city
• A network connecting personal devices
• A network covering a large area, often linking smaller networks
• A network connecting devices in a single building

What device is typically used to link a LAN to a WAN?

• Router
• Switch
• Hub
• Modem

What is the primary function of a VPN for users working remotely?

• To provide public access to private networks
• To reduce hardware costs
• To increase internet speed
• To establish a secure connection over the Internet for remote users

What unique identifier do switches use to direct data to the appropriate device?

• MAC address
• URL
• IP address
• SSID

What is the primary function of a modem?

• To connect devices within a local network
• To send Wi-Fi signals
• To translate ISP signals into a format your devices understand
• To filter out bad internet data