MBA Chap 4.1

What is the primary purpose of connecting computers in a network?

• To share resources

• To increase the size of each computer

• To make computers slower

• To reduce the number of computers needed

A company wants to connect its offices in different cities. Which network type should it use?

• LAN

• WLAN

• WAN

• PAN

Which type of network is used within a company for data access, sharing, and collaboration?

• Intranet

• Extranet

• Virtual Private Network (VPN)

• Internet

What is the primary purpose of a Virtual Private Network (VPN)?

• To allow public access to company data

• To encrypt packets before they are transferred over the network

• To create a physical network connection

• To share files without security

What does VPN stand for in the context of computer networks?

• Virtual Private Network

• Very Personal Network

• Virtual Public Network

• Verified Private Network

Which of the following best defines "Signal Frequency Spectrum"?

• All the frequency components of a signal

• The speed at which data is transmitted

• The physical medium used for transmission

• The maximum number of users on a network

Which function of business networks is primarily responsible for supporting teamwork, brainstorming, and knowledge sharing?

• Relationships

• Communication

• Collaboration

• Mobility

How does the 'Relationships' function benefit a business network?

• By supporting teamwork and document sharing

• By managing interaction with customers, partners, and regulatory agencies

• By providing secure access from mobile devices

• By enabling the search for documents and data

What is the main purpose of "Throttle Traffic" in network management?

• A. To increase the speed of all network traffic.

• B. To give latency-sensitive apps priority while holding back other types of traffic.

• C. To block all non-essential network traffic.

• D. To monitor network usage statistics.

What is the primary advantage of using a Wide Area Network (WAN) for a business?

• It is less secure than other network types.

• It connects multiple locations over large distances.

• It requires fewer resources to maintain.

• It allows for high-speed data transfer within a single location.