Network Hardware: Introduction to Network

What is a network?

• A collection of websites

• A group of connected devices that share resources

• A program for communication

• A single computer with internet access

What is a node in a network?

• A type of network cable

• A software used to secure networks

• A way to access the internet

• A device that people interact with on a network

Which of the following is an example of a node?

• Router

• Internet service provider

• Web browser

• Ethernet cable

What is the function of transmission media in a network?

• To store data permanently

• To install software updates

• To increase computer speed

• To allow devices to communicate with each other

Which of these is an example of wireless transmission media?

• Fiber optic cable

• Wi-Fi

• USB cable

• Ethernet cable

Which of these is an example of wired transmission media?

• Bluetooth

• Satellite signal

• Fiber optic cable

• Infrared

What is the primary function of network hardware?

• To increase processing power

• To store large amounts of data

• To block malware

• To connect all the nodes on a network

Which of the following is considered network hardware?

• Antivirus software

• Spreadsheet application

• Cloud storage

• Switch

What does LAN stand for?

• Local Area Network

• Large Access Node

• Linked Active Network

• Long Automated Network

Which of the following is an example of a LAN?

• A city-wide Wi-Fi service

• A school computer lab network

• A 5G mobile network

• The banking network of an international bank