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WorksheetsY7 Introduction to Networks
Total questions: 13
Worksheet time: 4mins
What is a network?
A group of 1 or more devices which communicate
A group of 2 or more devices which communicate
When 2 or more computers are in the same building.
A group of 3 or more devices which communicate
Which network?: Networks connected over a large geographical area? The internet is an example of this.
LAN
WAN
WPAN
Which network? : Devices connected over a small geographical area
LAN
WAN
WPAN
Identify the advantages of a Local Area Network (LAN)
Can share files
Can share resources (printer etc)
Computers can be centrally controlled/managed
Users can communicate with each other
Which of the following networks is LEAST likely to be a WAN?
The Internet
A school network
A network of bank cash dispensers
A small shop
What do computer networks allow you to do? (tick all that apply)
Sharing folders and files
Sharing an internet connection
Sharing peripheral devices such as printers and scanners
Using email to communicate with others
Transferring files between computers
