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Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is a computer network?
A group of computerized devices connected together to communicate and share data and resources
A group of computerized devices connected together to play games
A group of computerized devices connected together to watch movies
A group of computerized devices connected together to listen to music
What are the two types of computer networks?
Wired and wireless networks
Mobile and satellite networks
Local and global networks
Ethernet and Bluetooth networks
What is a LAN?
A computer network that connects devices in a small geographic area
A computer network that connects devices in a large geographic area
A computer network that connects devices across the world
A computer network that connects devices using radio waves
What is a MAN?
A larger network that connects LANs in a metropolitan area
A network that connects devices across a large geographic area
A network that connects devices using radio waves
A network that connects devices using fiber optic cables
What is a WAN?
A computer network that connects devices across a large geographic area
A computer network that connects devices in a small geographic area
A computer network that connects devices using radio waves
A computer network that connects devices using fiber optic cables
What is a mobile network?
A network where devices are linked together via radio waves
A network where devices are linked together via fiber optic cables
A network where devices are linked together via Ethernet cables
A network where devices are linked together via satellite
What is the purpose of cell towers in a mobile network?
To generate radio waves and transmit signals
To connect devices using fiber optic cables
To connect devices using Ethernet cables
To connect devices using satellite
What is the coverage area of cellular towers in flat terrain?
30 to 45 miles
3 to 5 miles
Less than a mile
More than 45 miles
What are the applications of mobile networks?
Education, commerce, journalism, healthcare, emergency services, and more
Education, commerce, journalism, transportation, logistics, and more
Education, commerce, journalism, healthcare, transportation, and more
Education, commerce, journalism, healthcare, emergency services, transportation, and more
What is a network interface card (NIC)?
A hardware component that enables a computer or other device to connect to a network
A hardware component that enables a computer or other device to connect to the internet
A hardware component that enables a computer or other device to connect to a printer
A hardware component that enables a computer or other device to connect to a server
What are the two types of NICs?
Wired NIC and wireless NIC
Ethernet NIC and Bluetooth NIC
Fiber optic NIC and coaxial NIC
LAN NIC and WAN NIC
What is the function of a network switch?
To manage the flow of information between devices on a network
To connect different networks together
To connect devices to the internet
To translate data from one format to another
What is the role of a router in a computer network?
To connect different networks together and direct data to its correct destination
To manage the flow of information between devices on a network
To connect devices to the internet
To translate data from one format to another
What is the function of a modem in a home network?
To connect the home network to the internet
To connect devices within the home network
To manage the flow of information between devices on a network
To translate data from one format to another
What are the two categories of transmission media?
Wired media and wireless media
Ethernet media and Bluetooth media
Fiber optic media and coaxial media
LAN media and WAN media
What is the purpose of a network switch?
To manage the flow of information between devices on a network
To connect different networks together
To connect devices to the internet
To translate data from one format to another
What is the role of a router in a computer network?
To connect different networks together and direct data to its correct destination
To manage the flow of information between devices on a network
To connect devices to the internet
To translate data from one format to another
What is a network interface card (NIC)?
A hardware component that enables a computer or other device to connect to a network
A hardware component that enables a computer or other device to connect to the internet
A hardware component that enables a computer or other device to connect to a printer
A hardware component that enables a computer or other device to connect to a server
What is the purpose of a network hub?
To manage the flow of information between devices on a network
To connect different networks together
To connect devices to the internet
To translate data from one format to another
What is the role of a network firewall?
To manage the flow of information between devices on a network
To connect different networks together
To protect the network from unauthorized access
To translate data from one format to another
