Computer Networks

Describe what is meant by a local area network (LAN)

• Computers connected together over a small area, such as a building
• Several networks connected together over a large geographical area

Describe what is meant by a wide area network (WAN)

• Computers connected together over a small area, such as a building
• Several networks connected together over a large geographical area

What does LAN stand for?

• Logical Analogue Network

• Laser Assisted Network

• Local Area Network

Which of the following statements about a network is FALSE?

• Resources such as printers can be shared

• Viruses can spread to other computers throughout a computer network

• Files cannot be shared between users

Which of the following statements about a network is FALSE?

• Resources such as printers can be shared

• Viruses can spread to other computers throughout a computer network

• Files cannot be shared between users

Which of the following statements about a network is FALSE?

• Resources such as printers can be shared

• Viruses can spread to other computers throughout a computer network

• Files cannot be shared between users

What is a server in a computer network?

• Someone who manages the network

• The name for a large number of computer cables

• A powerful computer that provides a service, such as centralized file storage

This is the name of the school's network...

• LAN
• WAN
• MAN
• PAN

This is the name of the school's network...

• LAN
• WAN
• MAN
• PAN

When you create a HOTSPOT from your phone, you are creating which network type?

• LAN
• WAN
• MAN
• PAN