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WorksheetsExploring Computer Networks
Total questions: 40
Worksheet time: 20mins
What is a common risk when using public WiFi?
Enhanced security features
Data interception by hackers
Faster internet speeds
Increased battery life
What does LAN stand for?
Local Access Network
Limited Area Network
Local Area Network
Large Area Network
Which network type connects multiple buildings in a city?
Wide Area Network (WAN)
Personal Area Network (PAN)
Local Area Network (LAN)
Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)
What is the main purpose of a Campus Area Network (CAN)?
To manage data storage for a university's online courses.
To connect multiple buildings within a campus for efficient communication and resource sharing.
To provide internet access to individual users.
To connect devices across different cities.
How far can a Wide Area Network (WAN) typically reach?
WANs are limited to a single city.
WANs typically cover distances of less than 50 kilometers.
WANs can typically reach thousands of kilometers.
WANs can only reach a few hundred meters.
What is a Personal Area Network (PAN) used for?
A Personal Area Network (PAN) is used for connecting personal devices over short distances.
Connecting devices over long distances
Establishing a local area network
Transferring data between servers
What is one way to secure your connection on public WiFi?
Use public file-sharing services.
Disable your firewall while connected.
Connect to any available network without caution.
Use a VPN to encrypt your connection.
Which type of network is usually limited to a small geographic area?
Local Area Network (LAN)
Wide Area Network (WAN)
Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)
Personal Area Network (PAN)
What is the primary difference between MAN and WAN?
The primary difference is the geographic coverage; MAN is for a city, while WAN covers larger areas.
MAN is used for international connections.
WAN is faster than MAN.
MAN is a type of WAN.
In which scenario would you use a PAN?
When connecting devices over a long distance like in a city-wide network.
For establishing a connection between multiple buildings in a corporate environment.
When connecting personal devices like smartphones, tablets, and laptops within a short range.
When setting up a public Wi-Fi network for a large event.
What device is commonly used to connect devices in a LAN?
Access Point
Modem
Switch
Router
What is a potential disadvantage of using public WiFi?
Increased risk of data theft or interception.
Access to exclusive content and services.
Enhanced security features for user data.
Faster internet speeds compared to private networks.
How does a Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) differ from a LAN?
A MAN is limited to a single organization, while a LAN can connect multiple organizations.
A MAN is faster than a LAN because it uses fiber optic cables exclusively.
A MAN covers a larger geographic area than a LAN, connecting multiple LANs across a city.
A MAN is a type of wireless network that connects devices within a single building.
What is a common use case for a Campus Area Network (CAN)?
Linking offices in a corporate building.
Connecting multiple buildings within a university or college campus.
Connecting devices in a home network.
Establishing a global internet connection.
What type of network would you use to connect your smartphone to your laptop?
NFC
Ethernet
Wi-Fi or Bluetooth
Infrared
What type of network is typically used for connecting devices within a single home?
Local Area Network (LAN)
Wide Area Network (WAN)
Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)
Campus Area Network (CAN)
Which of the following is a characteristic of a Wide Area Network (WAN)?
It connects devices within a small geographic area.
It typically requires high-speed internet connections.
It is limited to a single organization.
It is primarily used for personal device connections.
What is a common method to improve security on a Local Area Network (LAN)?
Using a firewall to monitor incoming and outgoing traffic.
Connecting devices without any password protection.
Disabling encryption protocols.
Allowing all devices to connect freely.
How many servers are shown in this network?
3
2
1
0
How many laptop clients are shown in this network?
3
2
1
0
A device that is used to connect a number of LANs is –
Router
Repeater
Bridge
All of these
Benefits of a computer network.
Security
Save Cost
Sharing Resources
All of these
The P in PAN stands for...
Personal
Pin
Program
Point
If you connect your phone to a Bluetooth speaker you have created a ..
LAN
WAN
PAN
Which of these is a piece of software?
mouse
Word processor
keyboard
speakers
Which of these is a piece of hardware?
Spreadsheet
CPU
Publisher
Windows movie maker.
Network cable is called..
Extra cable.
Ethernet Cable
Entry Code
Blue cable
The Word Wide Web (WWW) is the largest ...
Local Area Network (LAN)
Wide Area Network (WAN)
Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)
A _____________ can be defined as group of computers and other devices that are linked together for the purpose of sharing data and resources
Computer Connection
Computer Network
Computer bridge
Which one of the following is a typical example of a web address?
http:telko@info.uk
alex@intellect.co.za
http://www.eaglewood.co.za
C:/computers.za
