Electronic Communication Network Quiz

What is the primary purpose of electronic communication?

• To connect devices without any data exchange

• To carry data over wire and wireless systems

• To transmit sound waves

• To facilitate face-to-face communication

Which of the following is NOT a type of computer network?

• Global Area Network (GAN)

• Wide Area Network (WAN)

• Local Area Network (LAN)

• Personal Area Network (PAN)

What does a Local Area Network (LAN) typically connect?

• Only wired devices

• Devices across the globe

• Devices within a limited geographic area

• Only wireless devices

Which of the following is a benefit of computer networking?

• Isolation of devices

• Limited access to resources

• Centralized administration

• Increased redundancy

What is a Personal Area Network (PAN)?

• A network for connecting devices over long distances

• A network that only uses wired connections

• A network that connects multiple buildings

• A network for interconnecting devices around an individual's workspace

What is the main function of a server in a network?

• To store data locally

• To request data from clients

• To share resources with multiple users

• To connect devices to the Internet

Which of the following is an example of network media?

• User interfaces

• Ethernet cables

• Web browsers

• Operating systems

What is the role of a Network Operating System (NOS)?

• To manage network resources

• To store data on local devices

• To connect devices to the Internet

• To provide user interfaces

How does a Wide Area Network (WAN) differ from a Local Area Network (LAN)?

• A WAN is always wireless

• A WAN is only for personal devices

• A WAN has no geographical limits

• A WAN connects devices in a limited area

Which of the following is a characteristic of a Local Area Network (LAN)?

• It is confined to a limited geographic area

• It is always complex

• It can connect devices globally

• It only uses wireless connections