Computer Networking Quiz

What is the primary purpose of a network?

• To increase internet speed

• To store data

• To share resources

• To connect computers for gaming

Which of the following is NOT a type of network classification?

• Local Area Network (LAN)

• Wide Area Network (WAN)

• Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

• Global Area Network (GAN)

What is a disadvantage of a bus topology?

• Difficult to reconfigure

• Easy to install

• Expensive to maintain

• Fault tolerant

In a star topology, what happens if the central hub fails?

• The entire network goes down

• Only one workstation is affected

• All workstations can still communicate

• The network continues to function

What is a characteristic of a peer-to-peer network?

• Only one computer can share resources

• Each computer acts as both a workstation and a server

• It requires expensive hardware

• Centralized servers manage all resources

Which topology is known for its high fault tolerance?

• Bus

• Star

• Ring

• Mesh

What is an intranet?

• A network that connects multiple cities

• A public network for everyone

• A private network within an enterprise

• A type of WAN

Which of the following is a disadvantage of networking?

• Data sharing

• Hardware sharing

• Network setup costs

• Internet access

What does a server computer do in a network?

• Connects to the internet

• Acts as a workstation

• Provides resources necessary for tasks

• Requests information from clients

Which topology uses the least amount of cabling?

• Star

• Mesh

• Bus

• Ring