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WorksheetsQuiz 3 : Introduction to Networking
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 12mins
Hospitals, banks and supermarkets are all linked using which network type?
WAN
LAN
BUS
WiFi
Which network covers a small geographical area?
LAN
WAN
A WLAN covers the same area as a LAN but connects computing devices within a network wirelessly.
true
false
The computers in Peter's office building are linked so that staff can share files and printers. This type of network is known as .
WAN
GAN
PAN
LAN
A peer-to-peer network:
usually links just two computers
allows computers on the network to exchange files with each other
is often used by people working in a large organisation
is not vulnerable to hacking
The advantages of a client-server network include:
security is created, managed and enforced
backup of data is centralised
many computers have access to centralised resources
All options
A peer-to-peer network:
uses a central file server loaded with the required applications
requires only one anti-virus scanner for all computers in the network
carries out automatic backup for all computers on the network
is commonly found in a home or small office
In cloud computing:
Software and applications are commonly accessible via a web browser on any computer
A single network server runs the cloud services
Users have access to unlimited free storage of data
There is no danger of sensitive data being hacked
What is the role of a client in a client-server network?
To make requests, like requesting a file
To store and share files
A private computer network within an organisation.
Internet
Intranet
How can a user be authenticated to access an intranet?
With a username and password
No need to authenticate
Physical signing in book
All users of an intranet have access to the same files and web pages.
False
True
This is a network opened to all.
extranet
internet
intranet
Intranet is an internal network within the organisation.
True
False
Intranet allows users to access information from other agencies and organisations.
True
False
Easy to share information: You can share information with colleagues and employees far more easily using the cloud.
True
False
Which of these is an advantage of cloud storage?
The user has no control over their data
Many programs can be run at the same time, regardless of the processing power of your device
Accessible anywhere with an internet connection
Portability
