Fundamentals of Networking Quiz

What is the primary purpose of networking?

• To facilitate communication and resource sharing

• To increase hardware costs

• To isolate devices from each other

• To limit data transfer

Which of the following is NOT a function of computer networks?

• Resource sharing

• Data transfer

• Remote access

• Data destruction

What type of network is typically used within a single building?

• Wide Area Network (WAN)

• Local Area Network (LAN)

• Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

• Personal Area Network (PAN)

Which network type uses wireless communication technologies?

• Local Area Network (LAN)

• Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN)

• Wide Area Network (WAN)

• Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

What is a key characteristic of a Personal Area Network (PAN)?

• Requires a central server

• Typically connects devices owned by an individual

• Connects devices over large distances

• Is always wired

What does WAN stand for?

• Wireless Area Network

• Wide Area Network

• World Area Network

• Web Area Network

Which of the following is an example of a Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)?

• A personal Bluetooth connection

• A city-wide fiber optic network

• A home Wi-Fi network

• A global internet connection

Who primarily owns the infrastructure of the Internet?

• A single individual

• A private corporation

• Decentralized ownership by multiple entities

• A single government

What is the role of a router in a network?

• To provide wireless access

• To store data

• To forward data packets between networks

• To connect devices within a LAN

Which type of cable is commonly used in Ethernet networks?

• HDMI cable

• Twisted pair cable

• Fiber optic cable

• Coaxial cable