Computer Networking Basics Quiz

William is setting up a new computer network at his home. What is involved in data transmission in computer networking?

• IP address

• Email address

• Home address

• Web address

Imagine you're in a bustling city, and the server is like the city's mayor. What role does the server play in a client/server network?

• It acts as a peer to other computers, like Avery chatting with friends

• It controls network resources, like the mayor managing city services

• It is equal to other computers, like Nora and Lily sharing a pizza

• It does not connect to the network, like a hermit in the mountains

In a small office, Charlotte and Luna are setting up a network. Which network model allows all computers to share files directly with each other without needing a central server?

• Client/server

• Peer-to-peer

• Centralized

• Hierarchical

Ava is setting up a network in her office. Which network is described as your administratively controlled network?

• LAN

• WAN

• CAN

• MAN

What is the main feature of a bus topology?

• Centralized control

• Terminator at the end

• Continuous loop

• Full connectivity

What is a hybrid topology?

• A topology with a central hub

• A combination of all available topologies

• A topology with a continuous loop

• A topology with full connectivity

In the world of network topologies, Aria and Elijah are debating the pros and cons. Can you help them figure out the main disadvantage of a bus topology?

• High cost

• Complexity

• Single point of failure

• Limited scalability

In a small office network, where Hannah, Ethan, and Avery are setting up their computers, which network topology would they most likely choose to ensure everyone stays connected seamlessly?

• Star

• Mesh

• Bus

• Ring

What is the primary function of hubs in a network?

• Forward data packets to specific devices

• Broadcast incoming data to all connected devices

• Connect multiple networks and forward data packets

• Allow devices to connect to a wireless network

William is experiencing weak Wi-Fi signals in his bedroom, which is far from the main router. What is the purpose of using wireless range extenders in this scenario?

• Boost the signal of a wireless network

• Connect multiple networks

• Forward data packets

• Modulate and demodulate signals