4. Networks

What hardware device in your home do all of your computer devices connect to? This can be wired or wireless.

• The router

• The WiFi

• The Ethernet

• The World Wide Web

Which best describes a "wired" connection?

• A device connected with a cable.

• A device connected to WiFi.

• A device that isn't connected.

• A Bluetooth device.

Which best describes a "wireless" connection?

• A device connected with a cable.

• A device connected without cables.

• A device that isn't connected.

• A Bluetooth device.

Which of the following uses light to transmit data?

• Fibre optic cable

• Ethernet cable

• Coaxial cable

• WiFi

What is the benefit of using a wireless connection in your home?

• You can easily use your device anywhere in the house.

• You are restricted by the length of a cable.

• There is no benefit.

• it is faster and quicker.

What is the benefit of using a wired connection to a network?

• The connection is better as there is no chance of interference.

• You will get a better WiFi signal.

• No benefit, wireless is better.

• You can easily move around with a wired connection compared to a wireless one.

Which of the following can affect how well a wireless network works?

• How far away you are from the router.

• The amount of apps on your device.

• The price of your device.

• Your knowledge of wireless networks.

Which of the following can affect how well a wireless network works?

• The amount of interference from other devices.

• The amount of apps on your device.

• The price of your device.

• Your knowledge of wireless networks.

Wired connections are usually faster and more reliable than wireless.

• True

• False

Fibre optic cables give better performance than copper cables.

• True

• False