Exploring Network Fundamentals Quiz

What is a network that covers a small geographical area, like a home or office, called?

• Wide Area Network (WAN)

• Local Area Network (LAN)

• Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

• Personal Area Network (PAN)

Which network topology connects all devices to a central hub or switch?

• Bus Topology

• Ring Topology

• Star Topology

• Mesh Topology

What is the main difference between the Internet and an Intranet?

• The Internet is faster than an Intranet.

• The Internet is public, while an Intranet is private.

• The Internet uses wireless connections, while an Intranet uses wired connections.

• The Internet is more secure than an Intranet.

Which of the following is a basic principle of network security?

• Open Access

• Confidentiality

• Unlimited Sharing

• Public Domain

Which type of network is typically used to connect devices within a single building?

• Wide Area Network (WAN)

• Local Area Network (LAN)

• Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

• Global Area Network (GAN)

In a bus topology, what happens if the main cable fails?

• Only the connected device fails.

• The entire network fails.

• The network speed increases.

• The network becomes more secure.

Which of the following is a common method to secure a network?

• Leaving all ports open

• Using strong passwords

• Disabling firewalls

• Sharing passwords

What is the term for the speed at which data is transmitted over a network?

• Bandwidth

• Latency

• Frequency

• Amplitude

What is a common use of an Intranet?

• Sharing information with the public

• Internal communication within an organisation

• Streaming online videos

• Online shopping

Which of the following is a method of protecting data during transmission?

• Encryption

• Deletion

• Duplication

• Compression