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WorksheetsUnderstanding Network Design
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 11mins
What is the main purpose of network design?
To increase internet speed
To plan and structure a computer network for efficiency and security
To make networks expensive and complex
To create a temporary network for gaming
Which of the following is a key component of a well-designed network?
Topology
Number of computers
Screen resolution
Type of operating system
In a bus topology, data travels in which direction?
In a circular path
From one device to another in a straight line
In multiple directions simultaneously
Directly from the server to each computer
Which network topology uses a central hub to connect all devices?
Mesh
Ring
Star
Bus
What is a major disadvantage of the ring topology?
It requires more cables
If one device fails, the whole network is affected
It is the most expensive topology
It does not support wireless connections
Which topology provides the most reliability and fault tolerance?
Bus
Ring
Mesh
Star
A Local Area Network (LAN) is typically used in:
A school or office
An entire country
A global corporation
Satellite communication
What type of network covers a large geographical area, such as a country or continent?
LAN
WAN
MAN
PAN
What does MAN stand for in networking?
Medium Area Network
Major Area Network
Metropolitan Area Network
Multi-Access Network
Which of the following is an example of a hybrid topology?
A network combining star and bus topologies
A network with only a single cable
A network using only wireless signals
A simple peer-to-peer network
What is an advantage of a hybrid topology?
It is simple to set up
It combines the strengths of multiple topologies
It uses only one connection method
It eliminates the need for a central server
Which of the following is a best practice in network design?
Ignoring security threats
Ensuring scalability for future growth
Using outdated hardware to save costs
Avoiding redundancy to reduce complexity
13. What is the role of redundancy in a network?
To increase complexity
To reduce costs
To improve performance
To ensure reliability
Which of the following helps improve network security?
Disabling firewalls
Using encryption and access controls
Allowing all users unrestricted access
Avoiding software updates
What is one reason businesses choose a hybrid topology?
It is the cheapest option
It offers both flexibility and reliability
It only requires one type of connection
It cannot be expanded
