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Computer Network Basics Quiz

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is a computer network?

a)

A system where multiple devices connect to share data and resources

b)

A single computer used for personal tasks

c)

A device used to print documents

d)

A type of software for editing photos

2.

How do devices in a computer network communicate?

a)

Through wired (Ethernet Cables) or wireless (Wi-Fi) connections

b)

By sending letters through the mail

c)

By using telephones

d)

By using smoke signals

3.

What is a small network in a home called?

a)

LAN

b)

WAN

c)

MAN

d)

PAN

4.

What does WAN stand for?

a)

Wide Area Network

b)

Wireless Access Node

c)

Web Application Network

d)

Wide Access Node

5.

What are the main components of a computer network?

a)

Computers, Network Cards, Cables, Switches, Routers

b)

Printers, Monitors, Keyboards, Mice, Speakers

c)

Desks, Chairs, Whiteboards, Projectors, Lights

d)

Phones, Tablets, Laptops, Chargers, Cases

6.

Which of the following devices can use a Network Card to connect to a network?

a)

Printer

b)

Television

c)

Refrigerator

d)

Microwave

7.

What are the two types of Network Cards mentioned?

a)

Wired and wireless

b)

Internal and external

c)

Digital and analog

d)

Portable and fixed

8.

What is the primary function of a hub in a network?

a)

It broadcasts data to all connected devices.

b)

It sends data only to the intended device.

c)

It encrypts data for security.

d)

It compresses data to save space.

9.

Which device is considered outdated for modern networks?

a)

Switch

b)

Hub

c)

Router

d)

Modem

10.

What can a router connect together?

a)

Multiple different LANs

b)

Only one computer

c)

Printers and scanners

d)

Mobile phones

11.

In a star topology, how are devices connected?

a)

In a closed loop

b)

Using a single backbone cable

c)

To a central hub or switch

d)

Directly to each other

12.

Which network topology is described as rare and outdated?

a)

Star

b)

Bus

c)

Ring

d)

Mesh

13.

What happens if the hub fails in a Star Topology?

a)

The entire network is disrupted

b)

Only one device is affected

c)

Data continues to flow normally

d)

Devices connect directly to each other

14.

What is a Bus Topology?

a)

A network layout where all devices connect to a single central cable

b)

A network layout where each device connects to every other device

c)

A network layout with a central hub and spokes

d)

A network layout with multiple interconnected rings

15.

Which of the following is a characteristic of Bus Topology?

a)

Complex and expensive

b)

Simple and cheap

c)

Fast and reliable

d)

Uses wireless connections

16.

What is a Ring Topology?

a)

A network layout where devices are connected in a straight line.

b)

A network layout where devices are connected in a closed loop.

c)

A network layout where devices are connected randomly.

d)

A network layout where devices are connected in a star shape.

17.

What is a disadvantage of a Ring Topology?

a)

No collisions.

b)

Predictable performance.

c)

Single point of failure.

d)

High cost of setup.

18.

How does improved communication benefit a networked organization?

a)

Reduces collaboration

b)

Limits email usage

c)

Enhances collaboration through email, instant messaging, and video calls

d)

Increases disruptions

19.

How does remote access benefit employees in a networked organization?

a)

Employees can only work from the office

b)

Employees can work from anywhere (VPN, cloud services)

c)

Employees have limited access to resources

d)

Employees face increased security risks

20.

What is one result of increased efficiency in a networked organization?

a)

Slower data transfer

b)

Streamlined workflows and faster data transfer

c)

Increased workflow disruptions

d)

Limited data access