Worksheets1.3 Networks
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is a standalone computer?
A computer that is not connected to a network
A computer that is being used as a server
A computer that does not have any peripherals attached to it
A computer that is used by only one person
Which of these is a characteristic of a LAN?
It covers a wide geographical area
Computers are connected together using a leased line or a satellite
Users can share files and peripherals
Data can only be transmitted at a very slow rate
Which of these statements is true?
A client-server network has a central computer that provides services to the rest of the network
A client-server network is cheap and easy to set up
A client-server network cannot be used to share files
Each computer on a client-server network is maintain separately
Where are you most likely to find a peer-to-per network?
In a large organisation
In a home
In a large office
Across several offices in a company
What is not a benefit of networking?
Share hardware
Share software
Share viruses
Share workstations
In a peer to peer network all devices have equal status
True
False
