WorksheetsComputer Network
Total questions: 58
Worksheet time: 28mins
Which network covers a small geographical area?
LAN
WAN
The basic advantages of the computer network is
Hacking
easy to communicate
network down
Which network covers a large geographical area?
LAN
WAN
Which network covers a small geographical area?
LAN
WAN
Thomas Mills High School has computers being used in a number of school buildings within the site.
Which network is being used?
LAN
WAN
Which network is being used?
Your computer is the _______ in a client-server relationship
Client
Server
The _______ provides your computer with a service (e.g. accessing websites, loading emails) in a client-server relationship
Client
Server
Which of these is NOT a type of server?
Web
Board
In the client-server model, what is the primary protocol used for communication between a browser & web server?
FTP
TCP
HTTP
SSL
In a website request journey, where does the request go BEFORE it goes through the Fiber Optic Cables under the sea?
Server
Wireless Access Point
ISP - Internet Service Provider
Computer/Device
What is the Internet Protocol (IP) known to be?
An Internet Service Provider
An Internet Connection
IP Address
Method or protocol by which data is sent from one computer to another on the Internet.
What does the acronym "HTTP" stand for?
Hypertext Transfer Protocol
Helping Text Transfer Process
Hyper Text Protocol
Hyper Transfer Text Pictures
A network that uses physical cables and a router box to connect devices
Wired network
Wireless network
Router
Switch
A network connection box that all of the computer's cables connect to
Wired network
Wireless network
Router
Switch
A network that uses radio waves signals to transmit data
Wired network
Wireless network
Router
Switch
A switch used to connect and route networks both inside and outside
Wired network
Wireless network
Router
Switch
Also called protocols and manage and monitor the computer network
Nodes
Software
Hardware
Connection medium
Used to connect and establish communication between nodes. It can be wired or wireless
Nodes
Software
Hardware
Connection medium
A device in a network. Any physical device or hardware used within a network that is able to send and receive data.
Nodes
Software
Hardware
Connection medium
A device used to move the data around the network.
Nodes
Software
Hardware
Connection medium
The delay that occurs before data is transferred
Network Protocol
Bandwidth
Firewalls
Latency
Hardware or software that blocks unwanted access to a system or computer
Network Protocol
Bandwidth
Firewalls
Latency
Regulations set up to help the transfer of information between devices. They are rules for communication between the computers and servers.
Network Protocol
Bandwidth
Firewalls
Latency
A network capacity for transferring data
Network Protocol
Bandwidth
Firewalls
Latency
Lets you browse the internet and download material
Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP)
Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP)
File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
Protocol for sending emails within the same network and between different networks
Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP)
Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP)
File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
Connection-based protocol that makes sure data reaches its destination without any errors.
Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP)
Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP)
File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
The protocol that allows users to work from remote server
Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP)
Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP)
File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
A process that proves the identity of the user
Cryptography
Authentication
Encryption
Phishing
A cyberattack carried out by sending emails to large numbers of people asking for sensitive information
Cryptography
Authentication
Encryption
Phishing
The process of encoding or scrambling data to prevent unauthorized people from opening or accessing it.
Cryptography
Authentication
Encryption
Phishing
You are trying to access your iPhone and it tells you to put in a password and then texts you a code to enter. What are you doing?
Encryption
Authentication
Phishing
Digital signatures are used to validate the authenticity of a signature and is legally binding.
True
False
What is the function of a server?
Allows a computer to connect to the internet
Sends and receives data on a computer
Store, retrieve and send files or data to other computers on the network
A company that provides subscription with access to the internet
Which of these is an advantage of running a private server?
Cost less than the webserver
Better security and performance
Easy to set up and control
Support services to help with problems
Which task would NOT optimize the bandwidth?
Shut down background apps
Connect your device with an ethernet cable to the router
Switch to an older device
Reboot your router
Which is a benefit of using a local network?
Easily share documents
To be able to access the internet
Faster internet
Share viruses
Which of the following is NOT considered a type of Internet connection?
Wireless
Cable
Mobile
Server
A web browser is defined as which of the following?
Software program retrieving and presenting data using the
Internet
Collection of networks linked together at a central location
Equipment allowing information to be served to multiple computers
Web pages that are formatted similarly and linked together
Which of the following is the purpose of an ISP?
A software program that will retrieve data using the Internet
A company which provides internet connection for a fee
A company which provides internet connection for a fee
A software program that allows users to view confidential
information
When was the Internet officially created?
January 1962
June 1965
January 1983
June 1987
Which of the following could become a negative result of continued Internet growth?
More free flowing information
More Internet industry jobs
More international communication
More government regulations and restrictions
