NET101: Week 2-3

What does LAN stand for?

• Local Area Network

• Limited Area Network

• Large Area Network

• Long Area Network

Which topology connects all devices to a central device?

• Mesh Topology

• Bus Topology

• Star Topology

• Ring Topology

What is the primary function of a router?

• To connect devices within the same network

• To direct data packets between different networks

• To convert digital data into analog signals

• To provide wireless connectivity

Which of the following is a characteristic of networks supporting SMBs?

• Insecurity

• Limited scalability

• Reliability

• High latency

What does the acronym TCP/IP stand for?

• Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol

• Total Communication Protocol/Internet Protocol

• Total Control Protocol/Internet Protocol

• Transmission Communication Protocol/Internet Protocol

What is a key feature of a mesh topology?

• Devices are connected in a circular manner

• All devices are connected to a single cable

• All devices connect to a central switch

• Every device is connected to every other device

Which standard governs Wi-Fi technology?

• IEEE 802.11

• IEEE 802.5

• IEEE 802.15

• IEEE 802.3

What is the role of a firewall in a network?

• To provide wireless access

• To convert signals for transmission

• To monitor and control network traffic

• To connect different types of networks

What type of network covers a geographical area larger than a LAN but smaller than a WAN?

• WAN

• PAN

• MAN

• LAN

What is the main purpose of a modem?

• To connect devices within a LAN

• To convert digital data for transmission

• To filter traffic between network segments

• To provide wireless connectivity