QUIZ 1 - Introduction to Computer Networking

What is a computer network?

• A computer network is a type of software used for programming.

• A computer network is a single computer that operates independently.

• A computer network is a collection of random devices without any communication.

• A computer network is a system of interconnected computers and devices that can communicate and share resources.

How many computers are needed to form a network?

• 2

• 1

• 3

• 5

Name one type of resource that can be shared in a network.

• Modem

• Printer

• Scanner

• Router

What is the purpose of interconnecting computers?

• To enable resource sharing and communication among users.

• To limit access to information and resources.

• To reduce the need for software updates.

• To increase the speed of individual computers.

List two hardware devices that can be shared in a network.

• Modem

• Printer, File Server

• Router

• Switch

What is one benefit of sharing software resources?

• Increased collaboration and innovation.

• Reduced software performance.

• Increased costs for users.

• Limited access to updates.

How does a network help in reducing software installation costs?

• A network has no impact on software installation costs at all.

• A network complicates the installation process by needing individual setups.

• A network reduces software installation costs by enabling centralized deployment to multiple devices simultaneously.

• A network increases software installation costs by requiring more licenses.

What is a modem used for in a network?

• A modem connects a network to the internet by converting digital data to analog signals and vice versa.

• A modem stores data for backup purposes.

• A modem is used to connect devices within a local network.

• A modem amplifies the internet signal for better speed.

Explain the role of printers in a computer network.

• Printers only work with one device at a time in a network.

• Printers are primarily for scanning documents in a network.

• Printers act as shared resources in a computer network, allowing multiple users to print documents efficiently from different devices.

• Printers are used to store data in a computer network.

What is the significance of sharing resources in a network?

• Higher operational costs

• Reduced data security

• The significance of sharing resources in a network includes improved collaboration, cost reduction, and enhanced efficiency.

• Increased isolation among users