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Tech+ 5.3 Questions

Total questions: 50

Worksheet time: 30mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the main function of a server in a client-server network?

a)

To request information

b)

To fulfill client requests

c)

To act as a client

d)

To disconnect the network.

2.

In a peer-to-peer network, both computers can ______.

a)

only request resources

b)

only provide resources

c)

request and provide resources

d)

neither request nor provide resources

3.

What is a Local Area Network (LAN)?

a)

A network that connects computers over long distances

b)

A network that connects computers within a small area

c)

A network that connects computers using satellites

d)

A network that connects computers using fiber optics.

4.

In a Local Area Network (LAN), computers are linked using a centralized device called a ______.

a)

Router

b)

Modem

c)

Switch

d)

Hub

5.

What is the role of the access point in the network setup shown in the diagram?

a)

To connect devices wirelessly

b)

To provide internet access

c)

To connect devices with cables

d)

To act as a firewall

6.

In the network setup, devices AD, AE, and AF connect to the router ________.

a)

with cables

b)

wirelessly

c)

through a switch

d)

via Bluetooth

7.

What is an intranet?

a)

A public network accessible to everyone

b)

A private LAN for a specific organization

c)

A type of internet service provider

d)

A global network like the Internet.

8.

A SOHO is a network setup for a ________.

a)

large corporation

b)

small business

c)

public library

d)

university

9.

Which type of network cable is known for its high-speed data transfer and is commonly used in data centers?

a)

Coaxial Cable

b)

Fiber Optic Cable

c)

Twisted Pair Cable

d)

Ethernet Cable

10.

The _______ cable is often used for cable television and internet services.

a)

Coaxial

b)

Fiber Optic

c)

Twisted Pair

d)

Ethernet

11.

What is a Wide Area Network (WAN)?

a)

A network that covers a small area

b)

A network that covers a large area, like whole countries

c)

A network that is used only in homes

d)

A network that does not require a router.

12.

A _______ is used to connect remote users to a WAN securely.

a)

LAN

b)

VPN

c)

MAN

d)

AWS

13.

What is the Internet described as in the statement?

a)

A small LAN

b)

A giant WAN

c)

A private network

d)

A local network

14.

The Internet is for everyone, whereas many WANs are ________ owned.

a)

publicly

b)

privately

c)

locally

d)

globally

15.

What is the primary function of a modem in a network setup?

a)

To connect devices wirelessly

b)

To translate signals from the ISP into a form your devices can understand

c)

To act as a traffic light for internet data

d)

To provide Ethernet ports for devices.

16.

A router is like a _______ for the Internet in your house.

a)

Modem

b)

Traffic light

c)

Computer

d)

Cable

17.

What is the function of the RJ-45 ports on a router?

a)

To connect to the Internet Service Provider (ISP) network

b)

To connect hosts on the local network via cables

c)

To send and receive wireless signals

d)

To provide power to the router.

18.

Consumer routers are ideal for small offices or homes because their signal strength is not very strong and they are best suited to smaller areas. They offer both wired and wireless connection options. Commercial routers, on the other hand, have a stronger signal and higher capacity, making them perfect for large companies that rely on constant traffic management. Commercial routers offer only ______ connections.

a)

Wired

b)

Wireless

c)

Both wired and wireless

19.

What is the main function of a switch in a LAN?

a)

To connect to the internet

b)

To move pieces of information directly to their destinations

c)

To provide Wi-Fi access

d)

To store data

20.

Fill in the blank: A managed switch allows the user to set up a ______, which is like having a private room in a big house.

a)

Virtual LAN (VLAN)

b)

Firewall

c)

Wi-Fi network

d)

Ethernet cable

21.

Which of the following is a characteristic of a star topology?

a)

All devices are connected to a central hub

b)

Devices are connected in a circular fashion

c)

Each device is connected to two other devices

d)

All devices are connected to a single cable.

22.

In a bus topology, all devices are connected to a single ______.

a)

hub

b)

cable

c)

router

d)

switch

23.

Which of the following is NOT a type of cable used to carry Internet data?

a)

Fiber optic cable

b)

Coaxial cable

c)

Twisted pair copper cable

d)

Plastic cable

24.

What is the importance of the order of these colors?

a)

It makes the cable look pretty

b)

It helps in reducing interference

c)

Devices can't communicate properly without the correct alignment

d)

It increases the speed of data transfer.

25.

Fill in the blank: The order of the colors in an Ethernet cable can follow either the _______ or the T568B standard.

a)

T568A

b)

T568C

c)

T568D

d)

T568E

26.

What is the main difference between T568A and T568B wiring standards?

a)

The color of the wires

b)

The order of the wire pairs

c)

The number of wires

d)

The type of connector.

27.

In making Ethernet cables, which tool is used to connect an RJ-45 cable to its clip?

a)

Screwdriver

b)

Hammer

c)

Crimper

d)

Pliers

28.

What is the primary function of a cable tester?

a)

To measure cable length

b)

To check the status of wires

c)

To emit a sound

d)

To connect to a wall socket.

29.

A toner probe is used to figure out where a network cable starts or ends. It comes in two pieces: one piece plugs into the network and emits a sound, and the other piece is the ______.

a)

cable

b)

tester

c)

probe

d)

socket

30.

What is the primary function of an access point (AP) in a wireless network?

a)

To connect wired devices

b)

To provide wireless connections to mobile devices

c)

To act as a firewall

d)

To increase internet speed

31.

An access point (AP) allows wireless or mobile devices to connect to the network. When you have several APs working together, it's called a ______ network.

a)

Star

b)

Ring

c)

Mesh

d)

Bus

32.

What is the benefit of adding more access points (APs) in a Wi-Fi network?

a)

Increased speed

b)

Stronger connection

c)

More devices

d)

Less interference

33.

The more coverage you need, the more ______ you could add.

a)

Routers

b)

Modems

c)

APs

d)

Cables

34.

Which are two examples of WAN?

a)

The Internet

b)

The Government’s Network

c)

Central Crossing High School Network

d)

A Home Network

35.
Choose the best definition to explain what is meant by a 'peer to peer' network.
a)
Computers have equal status and do not rely on a central server.  Each workstation is effectively a server and client.
b)
A client is used to make requests, the server processes these requests and then responds to the request.  The server provides a service.
36.

A cable that consists of color coded pairs of insulated copper wires that are twisted around each other to form pairs that are encased in a plastic sheath.

a)

coaxial cable

b)

twisted pair cable

c)

fiber optic cable

37.

What cable is generally used for Ethernet cables and telephone wires?

a)

Cat 5e

b)

Shielded twisted pair

c)

Unshielded Twisted pair

d)

Cat 6

38.

Which device is responsible for forwarding data packets between different networks?

a)

Repeater

b)

Access Point

c)

Router

d)

Switch

39.

Which type of network cable is most susceptible to electromagnetic interference?

a)

Shielded twisted pair cable

b)

Fiber optic cable

c)

Coaxial cable

d)

Unshielded twisted pair cable

40.

What does the acronym 'WAN' stand for in networking?

a)

Wireless Access Node

b)

Web Access Network

c)

Wide Area Network

d)

Wired Area Network

41.

Which device is primarily used to connect multiple computers within the same local area network?

a)

Router

b)

Repeater

c)

Modem

d)

Switch

42.

What is the main advantage of using a mesh topology in a network?

a)

Requires less cable

b)

Easy to install

c)

Redundant connections increase reliability

d)

Low cost

43.

Which of the following best describes a Wide Area Network (WAN)?

a)

A network limited to a single room

b)

A network spanning large geographical areas

c)

A network connecting devices within a building

d)

A network covering a small office

44.

Which of the following best describes a 'client-server' network?

a)

One central server provides services to multiple clients.

b)

Each device acts as both a client and a server.

c)

All computers have equal status and share resources directly.

d)

Devices connect wirelessly without any central control.

45.

Which device is commonly used to extend the range of a wireless network?

a)

Router

b)

Repeater

c)

Switch

d)

Modem

46.

Which network topology connects each device to every other device directly?

a)

Ring topology

b)

Mesh topology

c)

Star topology

d)

Bus topology

47.

Which device is commonly used to extend the range of a wireless network?

a)

Firewall

b)

Modem

c)

Switch

d)

Repeater

48.

What is the main purpose of a firewall in a network?

a)

To connect devices wirelessly

b)

To increase network speed

c)

To provide internet service

d)

To protect the network from unauthorized access

49.

Which type of network topology is most commonly used in modern office environments?

a)

Bus topology

b)

Ring topology

c)

Mesh topology

d)

Star topology

50.

Which device assigns IP addresses to devices on a local network?

a)

Modem

b)

Router

c)

Switch

d)

Access Point