Network Types and Functions Quiz

Which network type typically covers the smallest geographical area?

• LAN

• MAN

• PAN

• WAN

A network connecting devices within a single building or a small group of buildings is most likely a...

• PAN

• LAN

• MAN

• WAN

Which network type is often used to connect devices within a 10-meter radius?

• LAN

• MAN

• PAN

• WAN

A metropolitan area network (MAN) typically covers which area?

• A single room

• A city or a large campus

• A home or small office

• A global network

Which of the following is NOT a common characteristic of a WAN?

• High bandwidth

• Large geographical coverage

• Use of leased lines or public networks

• Slower speeds compared to LANs

What is the primary function of a network interface card (NIC)?

• To connect a device to a network

• To route traffic between networks

• To amplify network signals

• To filter network traffic

Which network topology is characterized by a central device (like a hub or switch) connected to multiple end devices?

• Bus

• Star

• Ring

• Mesh

In a star topology, if the central device fails...

• The entire network is unaffected

• Only the central device is affected

• All devices connected to the central device are affected

• Only devices directly connected to the failed device are affected

Which protocol is responsible for assigning IP addresses to devices on a network?

• TCP

• IP

• DHCP

• DNS

What does the acronym "TCP/IP" stand for?

• Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol

• Telecommunication Control Protocol/Internet Protocol

• Transfer Control Protocol/Internet Protocol

• Transport Control Protocol/Internet Protocol