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Y9 - L1 - LAN & WAN

Total questions: 18

Worksheet time: 11mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

A standalone computer can operate independently without connecting to other devices.

a)

True

b)

False

2.

Connecting computers into networks allows sharing of data, devices, and internet services.

a)

True

b)

False

3.

The computers in this classroom are all standalone computers

a)

True

b)

False

4.

What is the main purpose of connecting computers into networks?

a)

To share data, devices, and internet services

b)

To make computers faster

c)

To prevent unauthorized access

d)

 To increase computer storage capacity

5.

Which of the following is an example of a network activity?

a)

Installing software

b)

Turning off the computer

c)

Saving files locally

d)

Messaging and video calls

6.

What is a characteristic of a standalone computer?

a)

It operates independently without connection to other devices

b)

It requires a network to function

c)

It can only connect via wireless networks

d)

It always connects to the internet

7.

Local Area Networks (LANs) are used to connect computers over large geographical areas like the internet.

a)

True

b)

False

8.

WANs are typically owned by companies and require users to pay for access, such as internet subscriptions.

a)

True

b)

False

9.

LANs are used to connect multiple WANs over large geographical areas.

a)

True

b)

False

10.

Wireless devices can be included in LANs, along with wired devices.

a)

True

b)

False

11.

Which type of network covers small areas like schools or homes?

a)

Personal Area Network (PAN)

b)

Global Network

c)

Wide Area Network (WAN)

d)

Local Area Network (LAN)

12.

Which network type connects multiple LANs over large geographical areas?

a)

Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

b)

Personal Area Network (PAN)

c)

Local Area Network (LAN)

d)

Wide Area Network (WAN)

13.

Which activity is enabled by connection to a WAN?

a)

Printing documents locally

b)

Using a local printer

c)

Online shopping

d)

Connecting to a home Wi-Fi

14.

LAN is short for...

(a)  

15.

WAN is short for...

(a)  

16.

Are LANs typically wired, wireless, or both?

a)

Wired

b)

Wireless

c)

Both

17.

Popular examples of WAN's

a)

The ATM (Cashpoint) network

b)

The National Lottery network

c)

My home network

d)

The school network

18.

Popular examples of LAN's

a)

The ATM (Cashpoint) network

b)

The National Lottery network

c)

My home network

d)

The school network