Computer Networking Quiz

What is the primary purpose of a computer network?

• To increase power consumption

• To isolate computers

• To share resources

• To slow down data transfer

Which of the following acts as both a client and a server in a network?

• Terminal

• Peer

• User

• Node

In a network, what is a “protocol”?

• A type of user

• A hardware component

• A software used to create documents

• A set of rules for communication

What is an example of a network resource?

• Server

• Media

• Printer

• Peer

Which type of network is typically used in a single office or building?

• WAN

• MAN

• PAN

• LAN

Which type of network covers a city-wide area and connects multiple LANs?

• LAN

• WAN

• MAN

• CAN

Which of the following networks has the highest error rate and slowest speed?

• LAN

• WAN

• MAN

• PAN

What is the role of a server in a computer network?

• To receive and print documents only

• To connect devices wirelessly

• To provide services to other computers

• To store user passwords

In data communication, what is the medium?

• The user operating the system

• The data itself

• The path used to transmit data

• The software installed on the sender

What is guided transmission media?

• Media that uses GPS to track devices

• Media that uses physical path like cables

• Media that is only wireless

• Media used only for printing