IT2112 Networking 1 Quiz 1

What is the primary function of a network?

• To provide electricity to devices

• To allow communication and resource sharing

• To increase computer speed

• To decrease internet usage

Which device is considered an "end device" in a network?

• Router

• Firewall

• Laptop

• Switch

Which type of network connects multiple LANs over a large geographic area?

• PAN

• LAN

• WAN

• MAN

Which of the following is NOT an example of intermediary network devices?

• Switch

• Router

• Wireless Access Point

• Printer

What is the main difference between a peer-to-peer network and a client-server network?

• Peer-to-peer networks require more servers

• Client-server networks are decentralized

• Peer-to-peer networks have no dedicated servers

• Client-server networks are not scalable

Which of the following is an advantage of cloud computing?

• Requires high upfront investment

• Provides remote access to data and applications

• Does not allow multiple users

• Reduces the need for cybersecurity

What does "Quality of Service" (QoS) primarily help with in a network?

• Preventing unauthorized access

• Improving network speed for specific traffic types

• Increasing hardware costs

• Reducing the number of devices in a network

You need to create a network for a small office with 10 employees. Which network type is most suitable?

• WAN

• LAN

• MAN

• WLAN

A company wants to provide secure access to its internal network for remote employees. Which technology should it use?

• LAN

• VPN

• Peer-to-peer network

• Ethernet

If a network administrator wants to reduce unauthorized access to network resources, which security measure should they implement?

• Increase internet speed

• Use an Access Control List (ACL)

• Remove all network passwords

• Install additional switches