BTEC DIT Modern Technology Starter (Adhoc & Cloud Storage)

A type of wireless network that does not rely on fixed hardware such as routers in a wired network is known as a what?

• A riff raff network

• An ad hoc network

• A Wi-Fi network

• A DIT network

Answer explanation

An ad hoc network is a type of wireless network that allows devices to connect directly without relying on fixed hardware like routers, making it ideal for temporary or spontaneous connections.

What is Scalability?

• The ability to decrease the size of the storage system or cloud computing resources.

• The ability to keep the size of a cloud storage system the same.

• The ability to hack someone's cloud storage and delete all of their files.

• The ability to increase the size of the storage system or cloud computing resources.

Answer explanation

Scalability refers to the ability to increase the size of a storage system or cloud computing resources to accommodate growing demands, making the correct choice the ability to expand resources as needed.

What is a blackspot?

• A place where the signal is around an average level.

• A place where your signal is extremely strong.

• A place where there's no signal.

• Cities where there's lots of Wi-Fi available.

Answer explanation

A blackspot refers to an area where there is no signal, making it difficult or impossible to connect to a network. This distinguishes it from areas with average or strong signals.

A PAN is?

• A Personal Area Network

• A Pathetic Attempt at a Network

• A Propitiatory Network

• A Personal Access Network

Answer explanation

A PAN, or Personal Area Network, is a small network used for connecting devices like smartphones and laptops within a short range. The other options do not accurately describe this type of network.

What is latency in networking?

• The ability to connect multiple devices to a network.

• The amount of data that can be transferred over a network in a given time.

• The delay before a transfer of data begins following an instruction for its transfer.

• The speed at which data is transferred over a network.

Answer explanation

Latency in networking refers to the delay before data transfer begins after an instruction is given. This makes the correct choice "The delay before a transfer of data begins following an instruction for its transfer."

Which of the following is a benefit of cloud computing?

• Limited access to data from remote locations.

• High upfront costs for hardware and software.

• Scalability and flexibility in resource management.

• Increased risk of data loss due to hardware failure.

Answer explanation

Scalability and flexibility in resource management is a key benefit of cloud computing, allowing businesses to easily adjust resources based on demand, unlike the limitations of high upfront costs and hardware failures.

An open network is a secure way of transmitting data?

• True

• False

Answer explanation

An open network lacks security measures, making it vulnerable to unauthorized access and data interception. Therefore, it is not a secure way of transmitting data, which is why the correct answer is False.

A short range technology that can connect multiple devices such as smartphones and speakers in a small area.

• Infra-red

• Wi-Fi

• Drone

• Bluetooth

Answer explanation

Bluetooth is a short-range technology specifically designed to connect multiple devices like smartphones and speakers within a small area, making it the correct choice over other options.

What is The Cloud?

• Services offered via your local Tesco.

• Software downloaded onto your computer.

• Hardware that you have to buy.

• Services offered via the Internet.

Answer explanation

The Cloud refers to services offered via the Internet, allowing users to access and store data remotely rather than relying on local hardware or software. This makes it a flexible and scalable solution for various needs.

What does VPN stand for?

• Variable Protocol Network

• Verified Personal Network

• Virtual Public Network

• Virtual Private Network

Answer explanation

VPN stands for Virtual Private Network. It creates a secure connection over the internet, allowing users to send and receive data as if their devices were directly connected to a private network.