WorksheetsKS3 Networks - Intro
Total questions: 8
Worksheet time: 4mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
I am a computer by myself, not connected to a network - what am I?
a)
Standalone computer
b)
Workstation
2.
I am a computer connected to other computers on a network - what am I?
a)
Standalone computer
b)
Workstation
3.
Define what is meant by a 'Local Area Network' LAN
a)
Two or more computers connected together over a large geographical area, such as the Internet.
b)
Two or more computers connected together over a small geographical area, such as school.
4.
Which of the following is an advantage of computer networks?
a)
They are portable and easy to carry around with you
b)
Viruses can spread quickly across a network
c)
Specialist IT staff are needed to maintain them which is expensive
d)
Sharing devices such as printers saves money
5.
Which of the following is an advantage of computer networks?
a)
Central backups are quicker
b)
Viruses can spread quickly across a network
c)
File servers and cabling can be expensive
d)
If the file server stops working, the whole network goes down
6.
Which of the following is a disadvantage of computer networks?
a)
Networks have a limited storage capacity
b)
Viruses can spread quickly across a network
c)
Sharing devices such as printers saves money
d)
Increased security
7.
Which of the following is a disadvantage of computer networks?
a)
File servers and cabling are expensive
b)
Central backups are quicker
c)
Users can access their files on any computer on the network
d)
Data can be lost as storage can be easily scratched
8.
Define what is meant by a 'Wide Area Network' WAN
a)
Two or more computers connected together over a large geographical area, such as the Internet.
b)
Two or more computers connected together over a small geographical area, such as school.
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