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Types of network, Types of OS and Network topology

Total questions: 28

Worksheet time: 31mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

True or false.

In a bus topology, all workstations are connected to the central hub.

(a)  

2.

Is the most commonly used technology. In such a setup all the workstations are connected to a central connection point called a hub. any data that is sent first goes to the central Hub and is redirected from there to the destination computer.

a)

Star topology

b)

Bus topology

c)

Ring topology

d)

Client-Server

e)

Peer-to-Peer

3.

Is a device that connects multiple devices and makes them work as a single Network segment and has multiple ports

a)

Network interface card

b)

Hub

c)

Workstation

d)

Server

4.

Fill in the blanks.

(a)   is one of the most popular operating systems designed by Android, Inc.

5.

True or false.

WebOS is a Linux-based open-source operating system.

(a)  

6.

is a piece of Hardware placed inside the system unit. It is a part of the motherboard, the platform which connects all the different parts of a computer.

a)

Network interface card

b)

Hub

c)

Workstation

d)

Server

7.

Fill in the blanks.

(a)   is a computer that manages the storage and retrieval of files.

8.

True or false.

Androids are more prone to malware and data stealing.

(a)  

9.

Fill in the blanks.

Types of transmission channels are ______ and ______.

(a)  

10.

True or false.

Bluetooth technology is a form of wireless communication.

(a)  

11.

Is defined as a specific type of network which consists of a single powerful computer acting as a server, usually connected to multiple computers called clients

a)

Star topology

b)

Bus topology

c)

Ring topology

d)

Peer-to-Peer

e)

Client-Server

12.

Fill in the blanks.

(a)   Is a set of instructions written to develop applications for smartphones and mobile devices.

13.

True or false.

A mobile phone is capable of handling unlimited memory.

(a)  

14.

Fill in the blanks.

In a (a)   , computers are interconnected within a limited geographical area.

15.

Is a type of network in which each workstation has equivalent capabilities and responsibilities. The Workstations are connected to each other but do not have a server.

a)

Star topology

b)

Bus topology

c)

Ring topology

d)

Peer-to-Peer

e)

Client-Server

16.

Match the following.

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17.

Is a computer intended for individual use in a networking environment. It is like a personal computer except that it is also connected to the others computers and to the main computer.

a)

Network interface card

b)

Hub

c)

Workstation

d)

Server

18.

(Select more than one)

What do computer networks allow you to do?

a)

Transferring files between computers

b)

Using email to communicate with others

c)

Sharing peripheral devices such as printers and scanners

d)

Sharing an internet connection

e)

Sharing folders and files

19.

is made up of a main single cable with terminators at both ends. It is a shared communication medium that makes the backbone of the system. computers and other devices including the server are connected to this linear cable for communication.

a)

Star topology

b)

Bus topology

c)

Ring topology

d)

Client-Server

e)

Peer-to-Peer

20.

What does LAN stand for?

a)

Local Area Network

b)

Local Analogue Network

c)

Local Assisted Network

21.

Which of these statements is TRUE about a WAN?

a)

A computer network over multiple locations

b)

Consists of only one computer

c)

Two or more LANs distanced more than 1 mile apart

d)

Networks can't have security risks

22.

What does WAN stand for?

a)

Wide Arena Network

b)

Wide Area Network

c)

World Area Network

23.

Every workstation has two neighbors for communication purposes. All messages travel through a ring in the same direction either clockwise or anticlockwise.

a)

Star topology

b)

Bus topology

c)

Ring topology

d)

Peer-to-Peer

e)

Client-Server

24.

Tick all the disadvantages of computer networks

a)

File servers can store data in a central location, making it easier to keep secure and backup

b)

High amounts of traffic can cause a network to run slowly

c)

Application servers can be used to store software in a central location

d)

Networks can have security risks

e)

Depending on the network structure, the entire network could fail if certain elements fail

25.

It is a computer that manages network resources, software, and files. it is normally dedicated to an allocated task and performs no other task.

a)

Network interface card

b)

Hub

c)

Workstation

d)

Server

26.

Answer the following question.

What is networking? State its advantages and disadvantages (at least 4) and explain

4 lines
27.

Answer the following question.

What is a mobile OS? Give 3 examples

4 lines
28.

State the differences between:

Star and Ring topology.

4 lines