GCSE - Computer Science - Types & Topologies

What is networking?

• The process of connecting computers and other devices to share information.

• The act of cooking food for a group.

• The process of writing a story together.

• The act of playing sports in a team.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a network mentioned in the slide?

• Size

• Scalability

• Reliability

• Color

If you need to connect computers across different countries, which network type would you most likely use?

• WAN

• PAN

• LAN

• MAN

Explain why it might be useful to use different types of networks (PAN, LAN, MAN, WAN, VPN) in different situations.

• Different network types are designed for different ranges and purposes.

• All network types are used for the same purpose.

• Only VPNs are useful in all situations.

• PANs are always better than WANs.

A student wants to connect their phone, laptop, and printer at home. Which type of network would be most suitable?

• Wide Area Network (WAN)

• Personal Area Network (PAN)

• Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

• Virtual Private Network (VPN)

A company wants to securely connect its remote employees to its internal network over the internet. Which type of network should they use?

• VPN

• PAN

• MAN

• LAN

Why is a LAN considered relatively easy to set up?

• It does not require great costs

• It needs expensive equipment

• It requires international permissions

• It uses complex satellite technology

A Wide Area Network (WAN) is best described as:

• A network that covers a large geographic area

• A network used only in homes

• A network limited to a single building

• A network for personal devices only

What is one disadvantage of setting up a MAN?

• It can be expensive to set up.

• It only allows connections within a single room.

• It cannot connect different buildings.

• It is slower than a LAN.

What does LAN stand for in networking?

• Local Area Network

• Large Area Network

• Limited Access Network

• Long Area Network