What is the main purpose of network design?

• To increase internet speed

• To plan and structure a computer network for efficiency and security

• To make networks expensive and complex

• To create a temporary network for gaming

Which of the following is a key component of a well-designed network?

• Topology

• Number of computers

• Screen resolution

• Type of operating system

In a bus topology, data travels in which direction?

• In a circular path

• From one device to another in a straight line

• In multiple directions simultaneously

• Directly from the server to each computer

Which network topology uses a central hub to connect all devices?

• Mesh

• Ring

• Star

• Bus

What is a major disadvantage of the ring topology?

• It requires more cables

• If one device fails, the whole network is affected

• It is the most expensive topology

• It does not support wireless connections

Which topology provides the most reliability and fault tolerance?

• Bus

• Ring

• Mesh

• Star

A Local Area Network (LAN) is typically used in:

• A school or office

• An entire country

• A global corporation

• Satellite communication

What type of network covers a large geographical area, such as a country or continent?

• LAN

• WAN

• MAN

• PAN

What does MAN stand for in networking?

• Medium Area Network

• Major Area Network

• Metropolitan Area Network

• Multi-Access Network

Which of the following is an example of a hybrid topology?

• A network combining star and bus topologies

• A network with only a single cable

• A network using only wireless signals

• A simple peer-to-peer network