IOTA Chapter 1 Wired Networks

Components of a wired network.
[clue : more than 1 correct answer]

• hosts (computers)

• Shared peripherals (printers, scanners, external storage)

• Network devices (switches, hubs, router)

• Network media (twisted pair cable & fibre optic cable)

Answer explanation

Components of a wired network include hosts (computers), shared peripherals (printers, scanners, external storage), network devices (switches, hubs, router), and network media (twisted pair cable & fibre optic cable).

A wired computer network is made up of

• hosts (computers) only

• shared peripherals only

• computers and shared devices only

• computers,
  shared peripherals,
  shared devices,
  network media

Answer explanation

A wired computer network is made up of computers and shared devices. This includes devices such as routers, switches, and modems that enable communication between computers.

In computer networks, the "hosts" are the

• PCs

• Switches

• Routers

• Scanners

Answer explanation

A host refers to a computer or PC in a network. Therefore, the correct choice is PC.

Devices attached to the computer network and used with a computer are known as ...

• shared peripherals

• shared data

• shared cables

• shared network

Answer explanation

Devices attached to a computer network and used with a computer are known as shared peripherals. They include devices such as printers, scanners, and external storage devices.

Network Cable Tester is used to check ...

• if there are threats to the network

• if any signal is transferred

• if signal is transmitted in one direction

• if there is wifi signal

Answer explanation

The Network Cable Tester is used to check if any signal is transferred within the cable in both directions.

What does NIC stands for in computer networks?

• Network Interface Card

• Network Internet Card

• Network Internet Connection

• Network Intranet Card

Answer explanation

NIC stands for Network Interface Card, which is a hardware component that allows a computer to connect to a network. It provides the necessary interface between the computer and the network, enabling data transmission and communication.

Straight Through Cables connect ...

• two hosts or compters directly

• a computer and shared network devices

Answer explanation

Straight Through Cables connect a computer and shared network devices. It allows direct communication between a computer and network devices.

Crossover Cables connect

• two hosts or compters directly

• a computer and shared network devices

Answer explanation

Crossover cables connect two hosts or computers directly.

Hardware or Software controlling the data transfer in and out of the computer network

• Firehouse

• Fireplace

• Firewall

• Firewire

Answer explanation

Firewall is a hardware or software that controls the data transfer in and out of a computer network. It ensures network security by monitoring and filtering network traffic.

Network media provides connection between

• hosts and network devices

• network and social media

• police and social media

• police and your internet browsing history

Answer explanation

Network media provides connection between hosts and network devices.