Computer Networking Quiz

What is a computer network?

• A type of software application

• A hardware component of a computer

• A system of two or more computing devices connected to share data

• A single computing device

Which of the following is NOT a device typically found in a computer network?

• Router

• Printer

• Monitor

• Switch

What type of connection does Wi-Fi represent?

• Wireless connection

• Wired connection

• Serial connection

• Optical connection

What is one benefit of networking?

• Reduced data access

• Limited communication

• Resource sharing

• Increased hardware costs

What does LAN stand for?

• Large Area Network

• Local Area Network

• Long Area Network

• Limited Area Network

Which network type covers large distances and connects multiple LANs?

• LAN

• WAN

• MAN

• PAN

What is a characteristic of the Client-Server model?

• Centralized architecture

• All devices act as both clients and servers

• No central management

• Only one device can connect

In a Peer-to-Peer model, how do devices share data?

• Through a centralized server

• Directly between devices

• Only through wired connections

• Using a mainframe computer

What does network topology refer to?

• The speed of the network

• The layout of devices in a network

• The software applications running

• The type of devices used

Which topology connects all devices to a central hub?

• Ring

• Mesh

• Star

• Bus