Quiz on Online Platforms and ICT - 1103

Which networking device serves as an intermediary between a local network and an Internet Service Provider (ISP)?

• Fiber Optic

• Modem

• Switch

• Access point

In a home network, what is the primary role of a router?

• Converts analog signals to digital signals

• Manages traffic between local devices and the internet

• Compresses and encrypts internet data

• Boosts weak signals from the ISP

What distinguishes a router from a switch in a network setup?

• A router manages traffic between networks, while a switch manages traffic within a local network

• A switch directs traffic between different networks

• A router only connects wired devices, while a switch supports wireless connections

• A switch assigns IP addresses, whereas a router forwards them

Which of the following best describes how the Internet functions?

• A collection of isolated private networks

• A decentralized system of interconnected networks using TCP/IP

• A single, globally controlled communication platform

• A secure private cloud infrastructure

What role does an Internet Service Provider (ISP) play in internet connectivity?

• It provides local network security

• It enables devices to communicate wirelessly

• It assigns unique IP addresses and manages data transmission to the internet

• It controls all content that users can access

Why is fiber optic cable preferred for high-speed internet connections?

• It uses pulses of light to transmit data with minimal signal loss

• It is cheaper than copper wiring

• It is immune to electrical interference but slower than Ethernet cables

• It supports only short-distance communication

Which cable type is commonly used in broadband internet services?

• HDMI cable

• Coaxial cable

• USB cable

• Thunderbolt cable

A network device that provides wireless access to a wired network is called:

• Modem

• Access Point

• Server

• Gateway

Which network device assigns IP addresses to devices within a network?

• Router

• Modem

• Switch

• Firewall

What is the function of an IP address?

• Encrypts internet traffic

• Identifies devices in a network and facilitates communication

• Provides internet speed boosting

• Stores browser history