WorksheetsComputer Networks Quiz
Total questions: 23
Worksheet time: 17mins
What is a computer network?
A single computer working alone
Two or more computers connected to share data and resources
A type of video game
A printer that works without power
Which of the following is a node?
A desk
A smartphone connected to Wi-Fi
A pencil
A light switch
Which network covers a single building like a school lab?
WAN
MAN
PAN
LAN
The Internet is an example of a:
PAN
LAN
MAN
WAN
What is a major weakness of bus topology?
It’s too fast
If the main cable breaks, the whole network fails
It uses too much electricity
It only works at night
A packet is:
A type of lunchbox
A small piece of data sent over a network
A broken cable
A virus
What is a major advantage of wired (Ethernet) connections?
You can walk around freely
Faster speed and more reliability
No cables to trip over
Works without electricity
A PAN covers a whole country.
True
False
In a star topology, if one computer fails, the whole network stops.
True
False
Wireless networks are always faster than wired ones.
True
False
HTTPS is safer than HTTP for online shopping.
True
False
Use these words: server, IP, router, packet, HTTPS.
A (a) is a powerful computer that provides files and services to other computers.
Use these words: server, IP, router, packet, HTTPS.
Every device on a network has a unique (a) address.
Use these words: server, IP, router, packet, HTTPS.
Data is broken into small pieces called (a) for sending over a network.
Use these words: server, IP, router, packet, HTTPS.
A (a) directs data between your home network and the internet.
Use these words: server, IP, router, packet, HTTPS.
Always look for (a) in your browser when entering passwords or credit card info.
Explain the difference between a LAN and a WAN.
Name two advantages and one disadvantage of computer networks.
What type of data can be shared through computer networks?
Only videos.
Only text files.
Only images.
Documents and information.
LAN stands for
Large Assessable Network
Local Area Network
Legal Assistant Notes
Large Area Network
What device connects a computer to the Internet?
Keyboard
Mouse
Modem
Monitor
What is NOT a basic component of a computer network?
Router
Modem
Microwave
Server
