Connecting Computers

What allows devices and users of a network to share data and resources?

• a computer

• a printer

• a switch

• a router

What device connects different networks together and connects devices to the Internet?

• a router

• a server

• a printer

• a switch

What is the main purpose of connecting computers together? (select two)

• To make computers faster

• To allow people to work together

• To share resources and applications

• To stop computers from breaking

What can web applications be accessed from?

• Home only

• At school only

• Only on a smartphone

• Anywhere with Internet access

What is a key benefit of having files on connected computers?

• Share them with others

• Hide them

• Lock them

• Keep them private

Why is it useful to share files with others?

• It makes files larger

• It saves time and helps people work together

• It stops files being lost

• It makes computers faster

What is one advantage of using a network to store files?

• Files become unreadable

• Files can be accessed from different devices

• Files are deleted automatically

• Files are only available on one computer

What is a main reason people use networks in offices and schools?

• To use more electricity

• To play games

• To share resources and information easily

• To make computers slower

What is required to access files stored on another computer in a network?

• Mouse

• Projector

• Printer

• Network connection

What is one reason to use a network printer instead of a local printer?

• It can be shared by many users

• It prints in color only

• It is smaller in size

• It does not need paper