WorksheetsY9 - L1 - LAN & WAN
Total questions: 18
Worksheet time: 11mins
A standalone computer can operate independently without connecting to other devices.
True
False
Connecting computers into networks allows sharing of data, devices, and internet services.
True
False
The computers in this classroom are all standalone computers
True
False
What is the main purpose of connecting computers into networks?
To share data, devices, and internet services
To make computers faster
To prevent unauthorized access
To increase computer storage capacity
Which of the following is an example of a network activity?
Installing software
Turning off the computer
Saving files locally
Messaging and video calls
What is a characteristic of a standalone computer?
It operates independently without connection to other devices
It requires a network to function
It can only connect via wireless networks
It always connects to the internet
Local Area Networks (LANs) are used to connect computers over large geographical areas like the internet.
True
False
WANs are typically owned by companies and require users to pay for access, such as internet subscriptions.
True
False
LANs are used to connect multiple WANs over large geographical areas.
True
False
Wireless devices can be included in LANs, along with wired devices.
True
False
Which type of network covers small areas like schools or homes?
Personal Area Network (PAN)
Global Network
Wide Area Network (WAN)
Local Area Network (LAN)
Which network type connects multiple LANs over large geographical areas?
Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)
Personal Area Network (PAN)
Local Area Network (LAN)
Wide Area Network (WAN)
Which activity is enabled by connection to a WAN?
Printing documents locally
Using a local printer
Online shopping
Connecting to a home Wi-Fi
LAN is short for...
(a)
WAN is short for...
(a)
Are LANs typically wired, wireless, or both?
Wired
Wireless
Both
Popular examples of WAN's
The ATM (Cashpoint) network
The National Lottery network
My home network
The school network
Popular examples of LAN's
The ATM (Cashpoint) network
The National Lottery network
My home network
The school network
