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WorksheetsQuiz 5 - Networking and the Internet
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 6mins
One common method of connecting to a wired network is through ......
ethernet
USB
internet
A common method of connecting to a network wirelessly is using ....
Hi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Lo-Fi
Because wireless signals can be intercepted by anyone in range, data is ...... to make sure that no one else can understand it.
encrypted
deleted
redacted
People wishing to connect to the internet from a café or a hotel can often make use of ....... which has been set up so customers have free, wireless internet access.
a private hotspot
an ethernet cable
a public hotspot
Many people have a mobile phone contract that allows them to use ...... They have an allowance that refreshes each month.
USB
fibre optics
mobile data
Which one or more of the following correctly describe wired networks?
Wired networks are easy to access because you don't need physical access to the building to connect to them.
Wired networks are more convenient because you can move around while connected to the network.
Wired networks need cable that has to be bought and installed.
Wired networks more stable and reliable than wireless networks.
Which one or more of the following correctly describe wireless networks?
Wireless networks must be encrypted because it is easy for others to eavesdrop on them.
Wireless networks have signals that can travel for several miles.
Wireless networks can be affected by interference from walls and electronic devices.
Wireless networks are the best choice when a fast, stable and reliable connection is important.
True or False? Private Wi-Fi is relatively cheap because it relies on an existing internet connection and just needs an additional wireless access point.
True
False
True or False? Public hotspots are very safe and are an ideal way to connect to the internet to do your online banking.
True
False
True or False? Public hotspots are usually free, although they can be slow. A faster, premium service can sometimes be paid for.
True
False
True or False? Mobile data is very insecure and can be easily intercepted because it isn't encrypted.
True
False
True or False? Mobile data is relatively expensive, especially if you use more than your contracted allowance.
True
False
