Chapter 6 Networks

Which of the following is a network that connects a group of two or more computers which are located close to each other, for example in the same building or campus?

• Wide Area Network (WAN)

• Internet

• Local Area Network (LAN)

• Intranet

What is the main advantage of connecting a Local Area Network (LAN) to a Wide Area Network (WAN)?

• It allows the LAN to operate independently of the internet.

• It enables the LAN to have a faster connection speed.

• It allows the LAN to share resources like printers and scanners.

• It allows the LAN to access the internet.

Which of the following is NOT listed as a network communication technology in the learning material?

• Wi-Fi

• Bluetooth

• NFC (Near Field Communication)

• Optical fibre

What is one of the advantages for an organization to use networked computers rather than stand-alone devices?

• Networked computers require more maintenance.

• Networked computers cannot share peripherals such as printers and scanners.

• Networked computers typically require a username and password from users who are authorised to access the network.

• Networked computers can only be used by one person at a time.

What is a potential disadvantage of using a Local Area Network when it comes to storing documents on a file server?

• Increased performance of the network

• Files can become inaccessible if the file server is damaged

• Reduced costs for network cabling and peripherals

• Enhanced security of the network

Which of the following is a security threat associated with Wide Area Networks that organizations need to protect against?

• Decreased performance due to remote access

• Physical damage to network cables

• Hacking and access to the internet

• Incompatibility with local software

What is the primary function of the World Wide Web?

• To connect local area networks within a geographical area

• To serve as a protocol for secure online banking

• To request and send web pages across the internet

• To monitor devices connected to the internet

Which of the following is an advantage of using a Wide Area Network (WAN)?

• It limits the access to multimedia resources

• It allows for a wide range of multimedia resources and services

• It restricts users to local e-commerce websites

• It provides a lower capability of accessing a vast and diverse range of information

What technology allows bank ATMs and telephone lines to connect to a user's bank machine in a Wide Area Network (WAN)?

• Local Area Network (LAN)

• Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN)

• Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

• Internet Protocol (IP)

What is the Internet of Things (IoT)?

• A network that connects computers within a local area

• A protocol for transferring data over the internet

• A term used to describe the interconnection of devices that are directly connected to the internet

• An application that runs on the internet to monitor web page usage