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Exploring Computer Networks

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is a LAN?

a)

A LAN connects devices over the internet.

b)

A LAN is a Local Area Network that connects devices within a small geographic area.

c)

A LAN is a type of wide area network.

d)

A LAN is a network that spans multiple cities.

2.

Which of the following is a type of WAN?

a)

Ethernet

b)

LAN

c)

MPLS

d)

VPN

3.

What does MAN stand for?

a)

Multi-Access Network

b)

Mobile Area Network

c)

Metropolitan Access Network

d)

Metropolitan Area Network

4.

Which topology connects all devices to a central hub?

a)

Ring topology

b)

Bus topology

c)

Star topology

d)

Mesh topology

5.

What is a disadvantage of a bus topology?

a)

High cost of installation due to multiple cables.

b)

Easy to troubleshoot and maintain.

c)

Supports high-speed data transfer without issues.

d)

Single point of failure due to reliance on a central cable.

6.

In which topology do all devices connect to a single cable?

a)

Bus topology

b)

Mesh topology

c)

Ring topology

d)

Star topology

7.

Which network type is used for a small geographical area?

a)

Local Area Network (LAN)

b)

Wide Area Network (WAN)

c)

Personal Area Network (PAN)

d)

Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

8.

What is the main feature of a star topology?

a)

All devices are connected in a linear fashion.

b)

Devices are connected in a ring formation.

c)

All devices are connected to a central hub or switch.

d)

Each device communicates directly with every other device.

9.

Which topology is most commonly used in home networks?

a)

Mesh topology

b)

Ring topology

c)

Star topology

d)

Bus topology

10.

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

a)

To provide internet access to devices.

b)

The primary function of a router is to direct data packets between different networks.

c)

To encrypt data for secure transmission.

d)

To store data packets for later use.