What is a standalone machine?

• A computer connected to a network

• A single computer not connected to anything else

• A computer with multiple peripherals

• A computer connected to the internet

What is created when one computing device is connected to another?

• A standalone machine

• A network

• A protocol

• A standard

Which of the following is the largest network in the world?

• A small business network

• A large corporate network

• The internet

• A local area network

What is one advantage of using a network?

• Increased hardware costs

• Users can share files

• Reduced security

• Limited access to resources

How can devices in a network be connected?

• Only via cable

• Only wirelessly

• Either via cable or wirelessly

• Only through the internet

What is a disadvantage of networks?

• Users can share peripherals

• Increased security risks

• Access to files from any computer

• Connection to other networks

What is a characteristic of a small business network?

• Thousands of devices

• A handful of devices

• Only one device

• No devices

What can users share on a network besides files?

• Operating systems

• Peripherals

• Personal data

• Software licenses

What is the primary purpose of protocols and standards in networks?

• To increase the cost of networking

• To ensure compatibility and communication

• To limit the number of devices on a network

• To prevent network access

What is a benefit of accessing files from any computer on a network?

• Increased data redundancy

• Improved data security

• Greater flexibility and convenience

• Reduced data availability