CK Cyber 1 - 1.6 Intro to Networks

What is a computer network primarily used for?

• To connect devices for gaming purposes

• To communicate information by sending and receiving data

• To store data locally on a single device

• To create standalone applications

Which of the following is considered a network node?

• A computer

• A book

• A table

• A chair

What is a host in a computer network?

• A device that only facilitates data transmission

• A type of node that actively participates in data generation or consumption

• A device that stores data permanently

• A device that only receives data

Which of the following is NOT considered a host?

• A printer

• A router

• A server

• A computer

What is the role of switches or routers in a network?

• They generate data

• They consume data

• They facilitate data transmission

• They store data

What resources can devices share in a computer network?

• File storage and printers

• Personal diaries

• Physical space

• Personal thoughts

Why is it important for computer networks to enable secure access?

• To allow anyone to access data

• To ensure only authorized users can access data

• To make data available to the public

• To prevent data from being accessed at all

What are the essential components required for digital communication?

• A sender, a receiver, a transmission medium, and communication protocols

• A computer, a printer, a scanner, and a fax machine

• A smartphone, a tablet, a laptop, and a desktop

• A book, a pen, a paper, and an envelope

What is a network protocol?

• A set of rules for data transmission

• A type of computer virus

• A hardware device

• A software application

Which of the following is an example of a transmission medium?

• A USB drive

• An Ethernet cable

• A smartphone

• A printer